In the ranking of numbers, it's hard to top the number seven for either perfection or luck. Yes, numbers like three and five have their positive associations; but number seven pretty well takes the cake for association with perfection or luck.

As I meet with clients and prospects post-tax season, one of the topics of conversation is entity choice. Sometimes, the entity choice does not match the client's needs. When asked why they picked that type of entity, I typically hear "because." This is followed by "my...

Farmers by trade are an optimistic lot. Many embrace the ol' saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." But, the most recent DTN/The Progressive Farmer Agriculture Confidence Index (ACI) shows farmers' moods have fallen from spring 2018. That should surprise no one.

Farmers and ranchers are risk-takers. Their livelihood depends on acts of faith and uncertainty. The economic results of planting a crop or raising an animal are heavily contingent on factors outside of their control: commodity prices, weather and government policies. Las...

I have a 1974 Ford 5200 diesel tractor--a 12-volt system with a generator. The generator and starter were shot, so I had them rebuilt. I also replaced the voltage regulator. My question is how can I tell if the generator is charging the battery when running?

Williamsburg, Iowa-based Kinze Manufacturing plans to have its new 4700 planter available for the 2020 planting season. Initially, it will be available in a 36-row, 20-inch configuration with Kinze's 4000 series cast row unit.

Kubota Corp. has announced a partnership with Buhler Industries Inc. to build a new, larger line of Kubota tractors in a horsepower range exceeding that of its M7s. Those units offer engine options up to 170 hp.