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Published June 30, 2008 03:25 pm - Effective farm managers use their skills to successfully maneuver through an agricultural industry that is constantly transforming and evolving. Increase productivity by being a good manager By GARY TILGHMAN For the Daily Times GLASGOW — Effective farm managers use their skills to successfully maneuver through an agricultural industry that is constantly transforming and evolving.
Top managers understand that there are uncontrollable factors associated with farming, but they use their skills to eliminate or limit the impact of these challenges. Below are 10 traits that top agricultural managers possess that can be adapted to any farming operation. 1. Know production costs 2. Set goals based on a clearly defined mission 3. Effectively communicate, lead and empower others 4. Keep excellent records and can easily access and assess them 5. Are innovative and easily adapt to change 6. Dissatisfied with the status quo 7. Organized, focused and able to prioritize 8. View the future aggressively 9. Willing to assess and take risks 10. Take time to recharge Reviewing these traits can help you determine what traits you have and where you may need to place more focus. While becoming a better manager may take some additional effort, it will make your farming operation more efficient and profitable. For more information on how you can improve your management practices and farming operations, contact the Barren County Cooperative Extension Service. 
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