The difference between success and failure in business is how well that business is able to manage risk. This special issue of The Progressive Farmer provides ideas for managing risk in one of the most volatile times ever in agriculture.

• Swings In Input Costs - Fertilizer and fuel costs have dropped, but seed and herbicides will cost you more.

• Financing - Greater liquidity provides you with security and
  leverage to negotiate better deals.

• Leases and Land Rents - A flex lease may be your tool to protect against wild swings in cash rents.

• Crop Prices - Markets offer clues that proven strategies may be back.

• Extreme Weather - Unpredictable weather is the new norm, putting your crops at higher risk.

• Production Practices - Learn how these growers are fine-tuning management and production practices to offset rising costs.

• Crop Insurance - New crop insurance options safeguard against fickle weather and volatile prices.

• Roller-Coaster Markets - Rapid changes in commodity prices are causing growers to alter their marketing plans.