The ratio between input prices and the price farmers receive for their products is steadily narrowing. Farmers must take this into account in future plans.
The probability of producer prices remaining at current levels, or even increasing somewhat in the next year, remains strong.
When a business is sold, there’s an important intangible element, over and above the assets of the company and the income stream, that has to be taken into account.
Managing employees and managing family are two very different jobs. Have you got the skills for both?
Farmers looking at international diversification of their farming operations should look to Switzerland as a platform from which to trade.
In a monopoly, one seller faces many buyers. In a monopsony, one buyer faces many sellers. Farmers have to deal with both – but there is a solution.
Why both parties need expert legal advice in drawing up a leasehold agreement.
If the euro weakens, South African farmers may see lower prices, but they mustn’t forget the vast potential of other developing countries in Africa.
Successful people recognise that projecting the right image is the first step towards opening doors and making others sit up and listen.
A radical idea that could lead to safer roads, wealthier municipalities – and tax savings.
All indicators point to a long-term agricultural boom. There are ways farmers can benefit from this.
The social media wave provides an opportunity for agriculture to win hearts and minds.
