Resources for Agricultural Financial Mgmt.
Title | Available As | Summary | Date | ID | Author |
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Virginia Agriculture - Relating to Farmers | Nov 8, 2017 | 3104-1591 (BSE-218NP) | |||
Dealing with the High Cost of Energy for Greenhouse Operations | Aug 21, 2023 | 430-101 (HORT-284P) | |||
Farm Record Book Request Form | May 1, 2009 | 446-016 | |||
Farm Record Book: Expenses and Receipts | This book provides forms for many of the categories of expenses, receipts, labor, and
financial summaries needed by most agricultural related businesses using cash accounting
methods. Column headings are included for major items with some columns
remaining blank for your own headings. |
Apr 20, 2022 | 446-017 (VCE-867NP) | ||
Planning the Future of Your Farm: A Workbook Supporting Farm Transfer Decisions, Virginia Edition | Apr 12, 2017 | 446-610 (AAEC-131P) | |||
Farm Financial Risk Management Series Part I: Overview of Financial Systems for New and Beginning Farmers | Sep 23, 2022 | AAEC-114P (AAEC-296P) | |||
Farm Financial Risk Management Series Part II: Introduction of Financial Systems for New and Beginning Farmers | There are many factors to consider before starting a new farm enterprise. Financial management is an important component in the startup and decision-making processes for beginning farmers. The purpose of this series of publications is to inform Virginia agribusiness owners and managers about farm financial risk management tools,
techniques, and resources available to help them prepare and use a financial systems approach for their operations. |
Sep 23, 2022 | AAEC-115P (AAEC-297P) | ||
Farm Financial Risk Management Series Part III: Introduction to Farm Planning Budgets for New and Beginning Farmers | There are many factors to consider before starting a new farm enterprise. Financial management is an important
component in the startup and decision-making processes for beginning farmers. The purpose of this series of publications is to inform Virginia agribusiness owners and managers about farm financial risk management tools,
techniques, and resources available to help them prepare and use a financial systems approach for their operations. |
Sep 23, 2022 | AAEC-116P (AAEC-298P) | ||
2017 NASS Cropland and Pastureland Rental Rates | Nov 14, 2017 | AAEC-142NP | |||
Virginia Retail Sales and Use Tax Regulations | Sep 21, 2018 | AAEC-159NP | |||
Market Ready Farm to Restaurant – A Conversation about Pricing | May 6, 2019 | AAEC-176NP | |||
COVID-19 Resources for Virginia Farmers, Agribusinesses, and Cooperative Extension Agents and Specialists | Apr 27, 2020 | AAEC-221NP | |||
Webinar: Understanding CFAP (the USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program) | Jul 22, 2020 | AAEC-227NP | |||
Online Ordering Options for Farm Sales during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic | Sep 23, 2020 | AAEC-233NP | |||
Grain and Soybean Production and Storage in Virginia: A Summary and Spatial Examination | Grain and soybean production is a critical component
of Virginia agriculture — the state’s No. 1 industry
(VDACS 2013). Virginia’s farmers produced more
than half a billion bushels of grain and soybeans over
the span of 2006 to 2012 (USDA-NASS 2013b)1. The
objectives of this publication are to characterize the
market for grain production and storage in Virginia. |
Sep 26, 2019 | AAEC-60P | ||
Selling Directly to Buyers: How to Price Your Products | Did you know that farmers who sell unprocessed foods
to retail outlets typically receive just 11.6 cents of each
dollar the consumer spends on food? The remaining
amount is allocated to industry groups such as food
processors, packaging and transportation, retail trade,
food services, energy, finance and insurance, and
legal services |
Dec 11, 2015 | AAEC-97P | ||
Assessing the Effectiveness of NCRAC-funded Research in Aquaculture Within the North Central Region | May 17, 2023 | AAEC-318NP | |||
Virginia Commodity Marketing | This site outlines commodity information and resources to help Virginia producers build successful agricultural enterprises. It includes auctions, historical prices, basis, marketing trends, and more. |
Jan 5, 2024 | AAEC-325NP | ||
Introduction to Labor Issues for Beginning Farmers | There are many factors to consider before you start a new farm enterprise.
Labor issues are often underemphasized in the decision-making processes of
beginning farmers. It is important to consider who you will hire, where you
will find help, how you will manage your employees, and what legal matters
are relevant to your farm. |
Mar 18, 2020 | AEE-106NP (ALCE-186NP) | ||
Markets, Planning & Operations - Amy's Garden - Summer 2015 | Jul 25, 2016 | AEE-142NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 1): Developing a farm enterprise | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-31NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 2): Exploring production goals | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-32NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 3): Measuring success | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-33NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 4): Economic challenges | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-34NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 5): Marketing challenges | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-35NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Mountain View Farm & Vineyard (Part 6): Balancing on-farm and off-farm employment | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-36NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Croushorn Farms (Part 1): Starting a new farm enterprise | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-37NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Croushorn Farms (Part 2): Challenges to new farm enterprises | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-38NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Croushorn Farms (Part 3): Land and tenure acquisition | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-39NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Croushorn Farms (Part 4): Marketing and business management | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-40NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Juba Farm (Part 1): Starting a new farm enterprise | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-41NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Juba Farm (Part 2): Challenges to farming | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-42NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Juba Farm (Part 3): Crops grown on the farm | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-43NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Juba Farm (Part 4): Cultural differences in farming in the U.S. | Mar 1, 2023 | AEE-44NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Huntley Farm & Seitz Angus (Part 1): Overview of a farm enterprise | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-45NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Huntley Farm & Seitz Angus (Part 2): Challenges in new farm enterprise | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-46NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Huntley Farm & Seitz Angus (Part 3): Advice for beginning farmers | Sep 22, 2023 | AEE-47NP | |||
Successful Farm Startup for Beginners: Virginia Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coalition Program | Starting a farm is an exciting yet challenging opportunity.
As with any new undertaking, there is a lot to
think about before beginning a farm venture. Gaining
access to farmland, viable markets, capital and credit,
as well as hands-on training and resources are some of
the most important startup issues to consider as part of
the planning process.
You are likely asking yourself, “Where do I begin?”
The purpose of this resource is to help newcomers make
informed decisions at the start of the planning process.
This “quick guide” is primarily designed for beginning
farmers and ranchers, but service providers will also
find this resource useful for answering questions about
the farm startup process. This foundational work offers
a valuable starting point on which to create a successful
whole farm plan for a new agricultural venture. |
May 12, 2020 | AEE-67P | ||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Program: Virginia Beginning Farmer Profiles | May 12, 2020 | AEE-70NP | |||
Virginia Beginning Farmer & Rancher Coalition Project: Seven Springs Farm: CSA Farm Model | Sep 16, 2013 | AEE-78NP | |||
An Evaluation of Program, Training, and Resource Needs of Virginia Beginning Farmers and Ranchers: Virginia Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coalition Program | With funding from the USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program in fall 2010, the Virginia Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coalition Program aims to meet the expressed needs of Virginia’s beginning farmers and support the development of social networks through which they can gain vital skills, information, technical assistance, and business capacity for long-term agricultural viability (see www.vabeginningfarmer.org). |
Oct 4, 2019 | AEE-81P | ||
Community, Local, and Regional Food Systems | Apr 22, 2022 | ALCE-155NP (ALCE-291NP) | |||
Understanding and Developing an Agribusiness | Dec 20, 2018 | ALCE-176P | |||
Understanding Business Structures, Markets, and Risk Management Strategies | Apr 3, 2019 | ALCE-177 | |||
Best Practices to Managing Farm Financial Health and Wellbeing | Sep 2, 2020 | ALCE-222NP | |||
Farmer Financial Health and Wellbeing Assessment: A Tool for Fostering Supportive Financial Conversations | Extension agents are closely involved in advising farmers and farm families on identification and mitigation of financial risks unique to the agricultural industry. Financial decisions are often time-sensitive and complicated, and the source of many sleepless nights to farmers and advisors alike. This tool is intended for use as a communication aid to foster safe, productive conversations between farmers and service providers. It is designed to complement related resources aimed at supporting the mental health of our farmers who make tough decisions under conditions of uncertainty on a daily basis. |
Sep 28, 2020 | ALCE-226NP | ||
The Farm Safety, Health & Wellness Toolkit | Farmers nationwide are experiencing socio-economic crisis and Virginia’s farmers are no exception. Farmers in Virginia are under immense stress due to various threats including social threats (within the family or community), economic threats (including land or market loss and associated financial stress), political threats (such as systemic discrimination, racism, and disadvantageous political policy), and environmental threats (like drought, flooding, or pest infestation). Farmers in Virginia experience overwhelming feelings of stress and may encounter associated mental health issues due to the current crises and the threats they face. |
Nov 9, 2020 | ALCE-233NP | ||
The Virginia Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coalition Program (brochure) | Feb 17, 2023 | ALCE-305NP | |||
La Coalición de Granjeros y Rancheros Principiantes de Virginia (The Virginia Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coalition Program) | Apr 4, 2023 | ALCE-305NP | |||
Example Survey for Determining New Farmers Market Feasibility | Jun 30, 2021 | ANR-204NP (ANR-216NP) | |||
Example Survey for Determining New Farmers Market Feasibility | Jul 28, 2016 | ANR-216NP | |||
Are you a Beginning Farmer? | You are likely asking yourself, “Where do I begin?” The purpose of this tool is to help you gather a solid basis of information as you consider your “start-up” situation. Once you have completed as much as you can of this worksheet (or if you have any questions along the way), please bring it to your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office to get guidance on where to go next: http://www.ext.vt.edu/offices/index.html. Good Luck! We look forward to helping you bring your farm vision to life! |
May 12, 2020 | ANR-91NP | ||
Vineyard Financial Calculator | The Vineyard Financial Calculator is an educational tool that is useful for comparing the financial performance of different vineyard operational scenarios. This tool's intended user is an individual or organization exploring the financial requirements of vineyard establishment and operation in Virginia. The tool was designed to forecast the approximate pretax annual cash inflows and outflows of a vineyard − information required to build a business prospectus. Users can modify certain input variables, such as vineyard size and labor costs, as well as outputs, such as crop level, to tailor the projections to personal expectations. The VFC is only a predictive tool; actual results could vary from those predicted due to site conditions, variances in costs, or unanticipated gains or losses. This tool was created in 2016 and originally published in 2017. The principals with which this tool operates are still valid, but the raw material prices may have changed. |
Sep 23, 2022 | AREC-188NP (SPES-424NP) | ||
Estimating Financial Costs and Benefits of Supplemental Irrigation with the Irrigation Financial Estimator Tool (IFET) | Nov 30, 2018 | BSE-237P | |||
Supplemental Irrigation with the Irrigation Financial Estimator Tool (IFET)-Workbook | Nov 30, 2018 | BSE-237A | |||
Analysis of Financial Statements Using Ratios | May 10, 2019 | CNRE-43P | |||
Direct Sales: Certifying Market Scales | Virginia farmers sell their produce through many venues including on-farm sales, farm stands, and farmers’ markets. Wherever the produce is sold, it must be sold by weight, count, head/bunch, or dry measure. If the produce is sold by weight, the produce will be weighed on scales that have been certified by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Office of Weights and Measures. |
May 28, 2020 | CV-40NP | ||
Dairy Pipeline, May 2020 | Apr 21, 2020 | DASC-135NP | |||
A Decision-Making Tool to Determine the Feasibility of Purchasing Virginia Milk Commission Base | Dairy farmers are usually subject to net income fluctuations
due to volatility in both milk and feed prices.
Risk management tools, such as hedging milk prices in
the futures market, may be used to protect dairy farmers
against milk price volatility. Alternatively, dairy
farmers selling milk in Virginia can buy Virginia milk
commission base (MCB) to obtain higher milk prices
and, therefore, sustain or increase net cash flows. |
Feb 14, 2023 | DASC-30P (DASC-111P) | ||
September 2022 Dairy Pipeline | Aug 24, 2022 | DASC-152NP | |||
Getting Started and Managing Resources | Jan 24, 2020 | SPES-189NP | |||
Peanut Variety and Quality Evaluation 2022 I. Agronomic and Grade Data | Feb 22, 2023 | SPES-475NP | |||
Stone Burier Implement | Demonstration and explanation of operation and use of a stone burier implement for tractor. The tool buries stones in a field and makes raised beds at the same time. Burying stones prevents cultivation and planting equipment from skipping and causing loss of production. The stone burier can also be used to bury cover crops allowing quicker field turnovers. |
Feb 26, 2024 | SPES-572NP |