It's the season for giving, but if annual gifting strategies are part of your estate plan, you may want to reconsider.

To quote comedian John Mulaney, "It is so much easier not to do things than to do them, that you would do anything is remarkable." Now, I'm not lazy, but if I can be more effective by not doing something, why not? This is why conservation tillage--any practice that reduces...

Every year, my husband asks what I want for Christmas. Then, one gift finally helped me see how to ensure Christmas magic does come true: Everything on my wish list needs to be tax deductible. A present on Christmas morning for me is a present on tax day for him.

Last year commercialization of the new broad-spectrum nematicide called Acceleron NemaStrike ST was halted after some workers involved in the manufacturing process experienced rashes when their skin came into contact with the product, says Brent Craig, North America...

With harvest time comes the age-old question: Do I farm another year, or is it time to get out? The topic tends to come up in the late fall and winter, so now is a good time to review the new federal estate tax laws and share a few thoughts on farm succession planning.

Q: I have an 820 Massey disk. It is a great finishing disk and really does a great job of cutting and covering. However, ever since I bought the used disk, I have had trouble with the outside disk on the front left gang breaking out in the center. I have replaced the same...

Farm managers are the leading factor driving the productivity of the team. By their actions and communication, they ultimately set the tone for the work environment. If you're not happy with the results of the team, it's time to do some healthy reflection and, as the...