A Purdue University ag economist says farmers should analyze their labor efficiency to maximize productivity in 2025. Michael Langemeier says if a farm has higher labor costs, it could struggle to support its workforce. “If your labor costs are above 11%, you need to think about why,” he says. “Do I have low machinery costs, […]
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