Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
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Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
The New ROI of Sustainability: How Farmers Are Adapting
Compeer's AgEdge
37 minutes
3 months ago
The New ROI of Sustainability: How Farmers Are Adapting
Jennifer Coleman from The Directions Group explores how sustainability in agriculture is evolving amid today's challenging economic landscape. Jennifer breaks down the "three-legged stool" of sustainability (environment, production, and economics) and reveals why farmers are demanding faster returns on their sustainability investments.
Learn about the current state of practices like no-till farming, cover crops, precision agriculture, and integrated pest management, plus how macroeconomic pressures, policy uncertainties, and labor shortages are reshaping farm decision-making.
Through real farmer testimonials from Iowa, Ohio, and Montana, discover how producers are adapting their sustainability strategies, requiring 1-2 year paybacks instead of longer-term investments, while still prioritizing soil health and environmental stewardship. Jennifer also discusses the shift toward service-based models in ag retail, the role of AI and data in farming operations, and why multi-purpose solutions are becoming essential for modern agriculture operations navigating unprecedented uncertainty.
Compeer's AgEdge
Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
