Category Archives: Financial Management

Spotlight on Arbor Farmstead & Alisha Utter

Posted on March 11, 2019 by sbhodgso

In 2016, Alisha Utter launched Arbor Farmstead in the Champlain Islands with her partner, Kyle Bowley. Arbor Farmstead focuses on plant-based agriculture, following the practices of “veganic” farming which builds on organic practices but eschews all animal products/byproducts from fish meal to animal manure. A diverse mix of plants and practices, flexibility in responding to customers, and strategic planning in balancing farm and off-farm work, all work together to help Alisha and Kyle build their farm’s resilience to production, market, financial and human risks. Continue reading →

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Estate Taxes & Farms: Who Wins & Who Loses?

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Women's Agricultural Network

“When you hear about the disadvantages of the estate tax, don’t forget that the free step up in basis gives a huge benefit to families with lower valued estates. ” Continue reading →

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Study: Health Insurance Costs Threaten Farm Viability

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Beth Holtzman

According to a U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded study, lack of access to affordable health insurance is one of the most significant concerns facing American farmers, an overlooked risk factor that affects their ability to run a successful enterprise. “The rising … Continue reading →

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