Resource Library

FINPACK Balance Sheet

Published on August 23, 2019
List current-, intermediate- and long-term farm assets as well as liabilities.
Balance Sheet Prep Template with Supporting Schedules

Published on August 22, 2019
Balance Sheet Preparation Template with Supporting Schedules (Cash Based Tax Payer).
Bulletin E-3407: How to Motivate Your Lender to Say, “Yes”

Published on July 31, 2019
A bulletin by MSU Extension's Beginning Farmer DEMaND Series with suggestions to help beginning farmer understand the lending process in order to obtain farm financing.
Emergency Hay and Silage Forage Crops

Published on July 12, 2019
Forage shortages can be good news for growers who are able to harvest because prices may be strong, but are bad news for those unable to harvest.
Delayed Planting Resources

Published on June 24, 2019
Wet weather and flooding resulted in severely delayed planting and a need to adjust farm management practices. MSU Extension's statewide network of agricultural educators work with farmers and provide informative articles to assist in decision making.
Coping with Grief after Losing the Farm

Published on June 19, 2019
Steps you can take to help work through the grief associated with losing a farm.
How to Talk with Farmers Under Stress

Published on June 19, 2019
Warning signs of stress and ways you can help a farmer you know who is going through a difficult time and showing signs of stress. Includes steps to take if you think a near-term crisis is likely.
Risk management: Selecting insurance

Published on June 19, 2019
A three-step guide to select the right insurance for your farm and current situation.
How to cultivate a productive mindset

Published on June 19, 2019
A guide that includes helpful mindset tactics including using self-talk, breathing, and acceptance.
Managing stress for farmers and farm families

Published on June 19, 2019
Simple techniques and reminders as you deal with stress.
Youth farm stress

Published on June 19, 2019
Detailing warning signs of stress in youth and ways you can help the youth in your life, whether you are a parent, guardian or just a friend.
Understanding Credit and Debt

Published on June 19, 2019
Helping farm families in financial distress understand the fundamentals of credit and debit, including credit scores and how to manage debt.