MANAGEMENT

In February, at the Boissevain Post Office sorting table, there were a record five white funeral notices on display. I am pleased to report the majority were an invitation to the funeral. Why does this matter?

County fair season may have ended, but those youth exhibiting their dairy projects at the next level are gearing up for national shows this fall.

Let’s face it, finding and retaining good employees is becoming a major hurdle on many dairy farms. The economy is picking up, which leads to more competition for employees.

When times get tough, it’s time to sharpen your pencil and dig in. It’s no secret the dairy industry is in a downturn; we’re facing low prices and increasingly tight margins.

Ah, yes, one of the dairy manager’s most cringe-worthy duties, creating the employee schedule. You think you have it all figured out, and then someone needs a day off, or better yet, your employees want a different schedule all together.

As 2018 comes to a close, it is time to plan for 2019. As your dairy business continues to change, business planning becomes more critical than ever.