Consumer-driven demand for organic food, and thus organic crops, has grown rapidly over the past decade. Consumer demand has created a significant economic opportunity for row crop growers; however, U.S. organic corn and soybean production has lagged. DBL Partners recently published “Got Organic? Welcome to the Age of 21st Century Organic Farming”, a powerful paper […]
Tag: Economics
Organic farm profitability, bank financing, crop insurance, etc.
Farm & Livestock Directory Looks to AgriSecure for Answers
Farmers have a lot of questions when considering the transition to organic crops. To help their readers, Farm & Livestock Directory looked to AgriSecure and Farmers’ Business Network to get started on seven common questions. Check out Thinking About Transitioning to Organic? Seven common questions answered to read AgriSecure Founder J.P. Rhea’s thoughts and insights. AgriSecure frequently answers […]
Diversifying with Organic Crops
Transitioning acres to organic crops is an excellent way for growers to diversify their operation. The organic market in the United States continues to rise — a demand that is currently not being met domestically — presenting ongoing opportunities for U.S. farms to increase their bottom line. An AgriSecure grower, Brian Irlbeck, recently spoke with […]
September 2018 – AgriSecure Newsletter
Agronomy insights Fall is officially here which can only mean harvest is upon us! While it is a great time to reap the rewards of your hard work, remember to keep your eyes on all the details down the homestretch. Monitor your crop conditions, check stalk and plant durability every few days as it can […]
AgriSecure Answers Your Questions About Organic Transition
As the demand for organic products continues to rise, more farmers have become increasingly interested in exploring this growing market. However, the unknown can make farmers hesitant to begin transitioning conventional acres to organic. While organic farming comes with its own set of challenges, AgriSecure aims to arm farmers with the right resources to succeed. […]
August 2018 – AgriSecure Newsletter
AgriSecure Field Day Our Field Day in Kennard, NE was a great success. Over 90 growers and Ag industry leaders learned about the compelling economics of transitioning to organic production. In addition, participants received expert insight into the transition process, production practices, hands-on demonstrations of weed management equipment, and toured organic corn and soybean fields. […]
July 2018 – AgriSecure Newsletter
AgriSecure Field Day on August 10, 2018 AgriSecure is hosting our annual Field Day to share insights and expertise about organic production on August 10th near Omaha, NE. We would love to have you join the AgriSecure Team! Sessions will include more information on the following: Introduction to the transition process, key decision factors, and […]
FBN Works with AgriSecure to Lower Risks for Organics
AgPro reporter Margy Eckelkamp begins by citing the benefits to US agriculture of increasing organic grain access and enhancing the traceability for buyers resulting from the strategic partnership recently formed by Farmers Business Network (FBN) and AgriSecure. Demand for Organically Grown Grain in the USA has Sharply Outstripped Supply Creating Opportunities for Savvy Farmers She continues […]
FBN Motivated to Invest in AgriSecure
Why was a commercial partnership with and investment in AgriSecure a winning strategy for Farmer’s Business Network (FBN) and the thousands of farmers they represent? In her research, Bloomberg reporter Lydia Mulvany provides current facts including: Challenging price environment for agricultural commodities coupled with strong premiums for organically produced crops Sharply increasing demand for organically grown crops […]
AgriSecure and FBN Help Farmers Capture Organic Profits
Arlington, Neb. and San Carlos, Calif. – June 20, 2018 – AgriSecure, a turn-key organic platform company, and Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. (FBNSM), the leading independent farmer-to-farmer network, today announced a major strategic partnership to enhance the profitability of organic grain production for farmers, and increase organic grain access and traceability for buyers. As part […]