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New Year – New Challenges

January 3, 2014 by corncapital

Can you believe that two thousand thirteen has already come to an end and two thousand fourteen is here? Are you prepared for a new year of challenges?

If you look back at the two thousand thirteen season with frustrations, ask yourself what could you have done to help change the outcome. In today’s 21^st century farming business each decision you make can have either a positive or negative impact on your operation. The real question is, of these decisions you made, which had the most positive impact, and how do I learn from the negative ones.

At Corn Capital Innovations we work with farmers to help identify high along with low impact decisions. We’re here to help you make the most of every opportunity that presents itself which ultimately helps grow not only a great crop, but also your bottom line. Give us a call today, follow us on Facebook. We look forward to helping you make next year a season of no regrets!

Corn Capital Innovations, a great hand in farming.

Categories: Financials, General, Mindset | Tags: Cropping Plan, Decion Making, Facebook, farm challenges, farming operation, new year, Tammy Park

In Life You Get What You Give

December 19, 2013 by Summer

In celebration of another great year, we held our appreciation event last week with our amazing clients, co-workers and friends. The event was a wonderful success and we truly are grateful for your patronage over the last year.

We hope that you enjoyed V.J. Smith as much as all of us from Corn Capital Innovations did! He was such a powerful speaker! If you were unable to attend the event, we found the perfect video to show you what we all learned that evening. This seven minute clip is full of snippets of what V.J. shared with us in Olivia. He introduced us to Marty, the richest man in town. Being loved, respected and content with every part of his life, with no regrets – that is what makes a rich man and that is Marty; a cashier at Wal-mart!

VJ Smith – The Richest Man in Town

We wanted to make this evening inspiring; something for you to really enjoy and connect with. It’s our way of saying thank you! Please enjoy our collection of photos from the event below.

Here are a few quotes from V.J. Smith’s speech that caught our attention:
“It doesn’t take talent to hustle.”
“Farm kids grew up hustling, always did and always will!”
“People need to decide to get happy.”
“Remember, in life you get what you give!”

How were you as inspired by Marty’s story? Was there a quote from V.J. Smith’s speech that you connected with? Please share in the comments. We wish you all a wonderful holiday season!

Categories: General, Mindset | Tags: Corn Capital Innovations, customer appreciation, holiday season, inspiration, motivational speaker, quote, the richest man in town, VJ Smith

During the Holidays Take Time to Reflect

December 11, 2013 by Summer

Many of you can relate to the memorable and historical moments that took place in farming this past year. During this holiday season we want to encourage all of you to give yourself a special gift, the gift of some time out. Time out to reflect on this past year and acknowledge what went really well for you, the opportunities you created and the wins you’ve had along the way. The gift of this time is the opportunity to look forward, and design what you want for your farm for the next year. If you could do anything for your operation, what would it look like?

Categories: General | Tags: Corn Capital Innovations, Cropping Plan, farm future, Farm Profitability, holiday season, Summer O’Neill

Complacent or Compliant on Your Plan for 2014 and Beyond?

November 22, 2013 by Steve

triangle Being complacent is being satisfied with how things are and not wanting to change them. Being compliant is being willing to and agreeing to change.

The Ag Market we have experienced in the last 3-5 years, being complacent may have still worked. In these last years the market and revenue was on an upswing, we had short crops and higher revenues. American Farmers have experienced the biggest corn and bean crops in history, however, with the declining value (market prices) and margin potential, we must say “good-bye” to complacency and “hello” to agreeing to change and being compliant!

One of my favorite quotes is “Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” by Albert Einstein

If we don’t quickly become compliant and start doing those things that make a difference we will not find profitability in 2014, 2015 and beyond.

What can we do? Minimize our losses!

Keep an eye on your breakeven price
Have a proactive marketing plan in place
Re-invest wisely
Negotiate cash rent prices
Watch debt and take advantage of lower interest rates
Have a risk management plan in place
Most importantly, out produce those around you

With profit margins becoming tighter (crop input costs moving up and crop prices moving down) the farmers that are willing to be compliant, manage their margins, and make a plan for the future are the ones that can expect success, even in a volatile world.

Thinking about maximizing the opportunities the market gives you, keeping an eye on break evens, minimizing mistakes and healing mistakes that have been made, will put you ahead for the coming years. A $50 mistake from the past is really like a $150 mistake now, because lost margin is creating a negative impact. Farming is a tough business and I think all business out there struggle from time to time. How will you work through these struggles?

There are four components of profitability that are within your control:

We specifically tailor these four components to each individual farming strategy. Let us work with you to create a positive impact on your overall operation for 2014 and beyond!

Categories: Farm Profitability, General, Mindset | Tags: Corn Capital Innovations, Farm Profitability, Mindset

“The Richest Man In Town” Event to be held December 3rd

November 7, 2013 by Summer

We are excited to show our appreciation of your patronage and invite you to join us for a fun evening at Max’s Grill in Olivia on Tuesday, December 3^rd at 6pm. V.J. Smith, motivational speaker and author, will share with us the story of “The Richest Man in Town” based on his best-selling book.

V.J. will describe how Marty, an unforgettable cashier at a local Wal-Mart store, had a profound impact on the people who went through his check-out line. Marty became a legend in an unexpected place because he treated everybody with dignity, kindness and respect.

V.J. Smith

As V.J. says, “Marty was living proof that you don’t need money, power or a title to make a difference in life. You just need to care.”

We hope you can join us for an evening of great food, company and enjoyment. A formal invitation will follow in the mail!

The entire team looks forward to seeing you and thank you for your support in 2013.

Categories: General | Tags: VJ Smith

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