Financial Planning, Marketing and Stress Management Help is
Available From the MANAGE Program
MANAGE was designed specifically to help Tennessee
farm families carefully evaluate their individual situation and
assist them in improving their quality of life. The MANAGE program
is conducted by University of Tennessee Extension. Over 15,000 Tennessee
farm families have participated in the intensive farm and financial
planning phase of MANAGE.
Farmers across the state have benefited from the
MANAGE program over the past few years. During personal interviews
and through statewide surveys, these farmers have expressed their
personal opinions about MANAGE. The following is a sample of the
views and opinions of those who have taken advantage of the MANAGE
program:
| "MANAGE personnel showed a frank and sincere
interest in me as a person as well as in my success in farming."
Blount County farmer
"Brought to the forefront the importance of financial management
shown in concrete, understandable form." Shelby County farmer
"Using the joint effort of the area farm management specialist,
along with the experience and knowledge of our local Extension
agent, creates a powerful tool that can fit the individual
needs of our operation." Monroe County farmer
MANAGE takes advantage of what you've got and makes use of
it." Rutherford County farmer "I give the program credit for
me farming today." Fayette County Farmer |
The MANAGE program helps families
analyze their total farming business so they can make informed
decisions regarding their future. Staff trained in farm and financial
management help families:
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review their current financial situation
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capitalize on strengths and reduce weaknesses
in the farm business
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develop individualized farm and financial
plans
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explore alternatives both on and off the
farm
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evaluate capital investment opportunities
including land and/or machinery purchases
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analyze likely consequences of changing the
scope of enterprises
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determine appropriate production practices
In addition to individualized farm and financial
planning assistance, Extension is offering dozens of workshops and
other educational programs to help farmers improve their financial
situation. For example, workshops are available on a variety of
topics including improved marketing, goal-setting, and strategic
planning.
Although the MANAGE program will not remove uncertainty
of the future, it can provide farm families with a clear understanding
of their current financial situation and help them evaluate their
alternatives for the future. Making informed decisions today may
be the best way to prepare for tomorrow's opportunities. The educational
program is offered at no cost to participating farm families in
all 95 Tennessee counties. Families are not formally enrolled into
the program.
To become involved or to obtain additional information,
contact your county Extension office or
call the toll-free MANAGEment Information Line at 1-800-345-0561.
The MANAGE program provides individualized and unbiased information.
All financial and personal information will remain confidential.
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