UnCommon Farms Blog

Being a part of a multi-generational farms hold a rich history and tradition, but also brings unique challenges when it comes to succession planning and maintaining business...

During busy seasons, farm safety can take a backseat to other business priorities critical to success. However, safety needs to be part of your critical success factor. Just one...

It is essential for farm families to carefully assess the lease arrangement that best suits them and their landowners. While some may already have a specific lease type in place,...

In a world where access to information and resources is no longer a significant advantage, how can you set yourself apart from the crowd in the competitive world of farming?...

By Rodney Ratzlaff Jr, Loveland Sales Manager, Loveland Products Shorter days and cooler nights often mark the beginning of fall and the kick-off of harvest activities for many...

Nine years have passed since Microsoft released the Windows 10 operating system. On July 15, 2015, it was released for computer manufacturers to install on new computers and two...

In the evolving landscape of agriculture, innovation stands as the beacon guiding the industry marked by a future of efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. Across the globe,...

Many producers had a vacation during the wintertime. Unless it was a supplier trip where they did all the work, the producer and their family likely had a certain amount of...

I’ve been in the remote irrigation technology business for over 14 years now - all of that with AgSense® and now Valley® (AgSense’s parent company). While 14 years may seem like a...

In 1981, George T. Doran published a paper in Management Review that introduced SMART goals as a tool to improve the chances of reaching management goals. Clearly identifying what...

“A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went”—Dave Ramsey What does a budget do for me? A budget is a farm owner’s plan of action and evaluative...

There’s still time to apply for a USDA Rural Energy for America Program grant to help fund your new technology. What is REAP? The USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)...

The agriculture industry has changed so much in the last 20 to 25 years. With equipment, we’ve had the proliferation of such items as auto-steer, swath control, and variable rate...

Introduction In the heartland of agriculture, where the land meets legacy, a transformative shift is underway – farms evolving into robust business enterprises. Beyond the plowed...

What is the goal of starter fertilizer? Many in the industry will say it is simply to provide extra nutrition and get our crop “off to a good start.” But, can we get more specific...

UnCommon Farms is entering its fifth decade of service to the North American farmer. Throughout this near half-century of service, the focus has been to help producers access,...