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Seek new farm opportunities in 2024 Seek new farm opportunities in 2024

Finance First: Consider all aspects of expanding acres, adding specialty crops or starting a new ag business.

May 6, 2024

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Bring your farm’s future vision to life Bring your farm’s future vision to life

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Tune in to farm metrics this spring Tune in to farm metrics this spring

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