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High Plains Journal • 07/18/2026

The strongest farms aren’t built alone - High Plains Journal

It’s well after dark, and the day’s work is finally done. The machinery is parked, the cattle are fed, and the markets are closed. But the workday isn’t really over.


Even as the farm quiets down, the bigger questions keep turning over in the back of your mind. Is it the right time to replace equipment? Should the operation expand? How will ownership transition to the next generation? Can the farm attract and retain good employees?


Today’s producers are making some of the most complex busin...

Pinion Global • 07/14/2026

More Than Networking: Peer Groups Are Leadership Think Tanks | Pinion Global

For many manufacturing and construction leaders, the hardest part of the job is not making decisions, it is making them confidently and with limited space to speak openly about the pressure behind them.
According to Vistage’s Q1 2026 CEO Confidence Index, decision uncertainty remains a top challenge for small and midsize business CEOs, affecting expectations around revenue, profitability, hiring, and investment. For leaders in capital-intensive industries, uncertainty does not slow the pace. It...

Pinion Global • 07/09/2026

USDA Announces New Regenerative Agriculture Guidance | Pinion Global

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced new actions aimed at advancing regenerative agriculture and creating additional opportunities for farmers and ranchers who implement regenerative practices.
While details are still emerging, the announcement could have implications for producers, particularly those involved in biofuels, carbon markets, and conservation-focused practices.
As part of the announcement, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins introduced a new Regenerative Feedstock...

High Plains Journal • 06/19/2026

Residual fertility: Looking deeper at the value already in the soil - High Plains Journal

When evaluating farmland, producers often focus on the big-ticket items: Acres, yield potential, irrigation, and price. But one factor that can materially affect the value of a deal is easy to overlook: Residual soil fertility.


Nutrients left behind from prior fertilizer or manure applications can carry real value for the next operator. In some cases, phosphorus and potassium already present in the soil may reduce future fertilizer needs, influence negotiations between buyers and sellers, and...

Pinion Global • 06/09/2026

The Invisible Anchor: Is Your Business Outgrowing the Systems That Built It? | Pinion Global

There is a specific, frustrating paradox that hits successful businesses right as they enter their next phase of growth. On paper, revenue is up, sales are climbing, and demand is strong. But on the ground, everything feels remarkably heavy.
Decisions take longer. Simple tasks require endless email chains. Your brightest people are spending their afternoons manually moving data from one spreadsheet to another just to keep the operation moving.
You haven’t lost your competitive edge. You have sim...

Pinion Global • 06/01/2026

Could You Ensure Success if You Handed Off Your Business Today? | Pinion Global

Is your business ready for a management or leadership transition? If your operations manager resigned tomorrow, would you have a plan – or would you be scrambling? And lastly, what’s stopping you from getting started?If you’d feel unprepared, you’re not alone. Only 35% of organizations have a succession plan in place for their critical roles. But with the right approach, you can ensure your business is prepared for the future, without the panic.1. Start the conversation EARLY. Succession plannin...

Pinion Global • 05/26/2026

Crucial Warning Signs Manufacturers Miss During Slowdowns | Pinion Global

Can you afford to take a hit to revenue right now? During downturns most manufacturers ask us where they can find opportunities to optimize or expand their business. Many are surprised to learn that they’re often right under their nose: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Margins may still look acceptable. Labor efficiency might even improve. Production schedules appear to be on plan. Yet cash tightens, inventory lingers, overhead per unit climbs, and leadership starts asking why the plant feels...

Pinion Global • 05/21/2026

Is Your Nonprofit’s Budget Built to Last? | Pinion Global

A strong mission is only as sturdy as the financial foundation supporting it. It’s been shown that nonprofits who put their financials to work for them are often the most stable.
Across the nonprofit sector, one theme consistently emerges: organizations that approach financial planning intentionally are better positioned to serve their communities, even amid uneven revenue streams, reimbursement delays, and rising costs.
Be honest. A realistic budget starts with honesty. One of the most common p...

High Plains Journal • 02/28/2026

Your numbers only tell half the story—here’s the rest - High Plains Journal

Farmers are diligent about watching what they can see. Crops are scouted. Livestock health is monitored. Markets are checked daily. But many operations go years without a clear checkup on the financial health of the business itself.


In today’s environment of tighter margins, higher interest rates, and rising input costs, that lack of visibility can quietly increase risk.


In agriculture, it’s easy to blame the market. Soybean prices soften. Input costs fluctuate. Interest rates shift. Weath...

Pinion Global • 02/23/2026

How Nonprofits are Flipping the Script on Fiscal Year-End Strategy | Pinion Global

For nonprofit leaders, fiscal year-end can feel like a race to the finish line. Financial reporting deadlines, compliance reviews, HR requirements, audit preparation, and donor accountability all converge at once — often while teams are already stretched thin.
But this season doesn’t have to be reactive. When approached strategically, it becomes a powerful opportunity to strengthen internal controls, reduce risk, and create clarity that supports better decision-making all year long.
Here’s how l...

HopSkipDrive • 02/18/2026

Efficient McKinney-Vento Transportation in the Bay Area

School transportation in California has long faced significant challenges. Unlike other states where nearly 40% of students rely on school buses, only 8% of California’s public-school students use them. This disparity stems largely from historical funding constraints, particularly Proposition 13, which limited property tax increases in 1978 and drastically reduced school transportation budgets. The impacts of these funding cuts persist today, exacerbated by a growing student population and risin...

HopSkipDrive • 02/18/2026

5 ways HopSkipDrive can help with summer transportation for kids

Children across the U.S. are currently enjoying the slower pace of summer vacation, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop. This season poses the risk of the dreaded “summer slide,” where academic skills dwindle. Additionally, there’s the added concern about a rise in screen time for kids. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children spend an average of seven hours a day on screens. This figure is likely to skyrocket without the structure and routine of school. That’s why there’...