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Farmers Hot Line’s Featured Articles includes a curated selection of content that addresses trends, tips and innovations vital to the farming community. Here, we've gathered insightful articles that go beyond the surface, offering in-depth analysis and valuable perspectives. Explore thoughtfully crafted pieces covering the most relevant topics in agriculture, designed to keep you informed and inspired.

Learn how Section 179 and bonus depreciation may affect farm equipment tax deductions, year-end purchasing decisions, and long-term tax planning.

Learn how livestock numbers, terrain, predators, fencing, and management practices determine how many livestock guardian dogs a ranch may need.

Discover how custom ECU tuning from CC Diesel can boost tractor and combine horsepower, improve fuel efficiency and help farmers get more from existing equipment.

Explore how farm equipment businesses manage inventory, parts shortages, freight costs and long lead times through smarter forecasting and logistics.

Learn how soil testing, residue management, fall fertility, cover crops, and compaction checks can help prepare fields for a stronger next season.

Total cost of ownership, tire durability, fuel efficiency and soil compaction can shape smarter agricultural tire buying decisions.

Learn how farmers can manage market volatility, protect cash flow and profitability, diversify income, and build a resilient farm business.

Explore irrigation upgrades such as VRI, soil moisture sensors and VFDs that can reduce water use and energy costs without sacrificing yield.