MANAGEMENT

Can you download an app that will raise financially savvy kids? I would say, more than likely, no. In today’s educational system, many kids can’t or won’t take courses in banking, personal finance or budgeting.

Without a doubt, you’ve read a half-dozen or more articles in the past several months about managing a dairy operation during periods of low margins. I initially thought this would be another of those articles; however, I’ve changed my mind and decided to offer a different message.

Why should a 21st-century dairy farmer have to approach his business as if he’s still in the 20th century?

Agriculture remains the least-digitized industry, says the McKinsey Global Institute.

It was great delight to hear Meir Statman speak to at the Canadian Institute of Financial Planners 2018 national conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He talked about normal financial behaviours and why culture matters in how we transition our money to the next generation.

As we all know, accidents can happen when working on a farm. Whether it requires a Band-Aid or a trip to the emergency room for some stitches, it is immensely important you have the right tools and materials in your first-aid kit to help you or your team members receive the treatment they need.

Have you done something stupid lately? I have. I went away for the weekend and not only left the back door unlocked, I left it wide open.