Here are some comments from participants of the past AFMP programs.
This has been one of the most useful courses for my operation since I began farming. Check out the program for next year. Thanks to all that helped put this together.
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was to learn how to do the ratios and what to prepare for the bank. I was very happy with the program and glad I took it. The program will help our farm go forward. Thanks!
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was that it provided tools that allow me to bring the knowledge and resources back to my family. A lot of what is learned in course like this can be difficult to share with the farm later on but you guys provided excellent documents and resources to do that.
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was taking five days to talk, write and think about our farm business with both the leaders and participants. It is good to think critically about our operation.
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was learning how critical it is to manage better… stats given about the top 25% of operators and their habits really was an eye-opener! Excellent information and lots of it presented in a way that wasn’t overwhelming! Thank you!
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was getting a written map as well as taking a closer look at our financials, and realizing we need to sit down to ‘crunch’ numbers and ratios more often.
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was building the confidence to proceed with building toward expansion. Not asking the bank if we can build but having the tools to tell the bank why and how we must build.
The most valuable aspect of the Advanced Farm Management plan was being able to step away and analyze the farm as a business. It was very helpful to connect with others who have gone through similar situations. The handouts and outlines are a huge help for dissecting different areas that need improving. I look forward to writing them up and putting them into action.
The Advanced Farm Management Program has changed my perspective on planning for my farm business by realizing we need to be more proactive about choosing farm advisors who have the experience and tools to assist us with our planning and goals.
The Advanced Farm Management Program (AFMP) has changed my perspective on planning for my farm business because historically, we carried farm planning information in our heads. The AFMP has provided the tools, resources and information to support us in discussing important aspects of planning, goal setting and action plans.
