Day Brothers Dairy and Maple Farm, Phelps, N.Y. Rick Day and his father, Dick, operate a 2,500-tap maple syrup business and 150- cow dairy herd along with crop and beef enterprises. Rick shared his Agrifax solution for how to “stay on top of things” with FP magazine:

“During cropping and sugar seasons, we don’t think about paper — even though records are just as important. Agrifax summaries provide a quick overview throughout the year.

[Farm Credit’s] Rita Mark is focused on our records. She always checks for balances and refunds due. She calls with any questions — so I know my records are taken care of. We rely on up-to-date records at tax planning time — and review them before making large purchases.

Our farm started on Agrifax as soon as it was offered. The service has changed with us. Today our financial advisors include our loan officer, tax specialist and business consultant.

With accurate records and financial advisers, we look a little closer. We fine-tune our decisions. That helps us stay progressive and move in the right direction.

Farm Credit helps us think through what’s down the road.