A survey of Progressive Farmer readers finds that today's farmers are pragmatic adopters of technology who want proven returns, compatibility with existing operations and technologies that don't make life more complicated.

Editor in Chief Katie Dehlinger's first time driving a tractor turned ambivalence about farm equipment into appreciation for its power, precision and practical application of technology.

Farmers remain hesitant about adopting new technologies.

Deals generally should be settled in writing, but some handshake deals turn out to be winners for both parties.

Easy-to-build ideas make your work easier. Readers send in helpful solutions to farm and ranch problems.

Easy-to-build ideas make your work easier. Readers send in helpful solutions to farm and ranch problems.

Landwatch Recent Farmland Sales

Focus on those things that you can control, and celebrate what brings you joy.

Dr. Ken McMillan responds to a readers' questions about farm veterinary issues.

Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.

Estate tax mitigation strategies, like placing farmland in LLCs or trusts, can reduce tax burdens but may complicate family relationships through shared ownership and unclear exit strategies.

Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.