Tag: tractors

Overheads

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My last ProfitTips article focused on the difference between being productive and being profitable and I used gross margin as a measure of profitability of an enterprise.  In introducing gross margin I made the statement, “The best measure of profitability that I know of, is gross margin per unit.”  I misspoke … or mistyped … […]

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The Tradition vs Innovation Paradox

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Agriculture is steeped in tradition. These traditions serve as a source of pride and continuity which help make us who we are in agriculture. However, these same traditions create a paradox of sorts when it comes to managing the business of ranching. Balancing respect for traditions and fostering innovation can be tricky to navigate. Another […]

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