Financial management for farm families is unique in that farm income can be irregular and unpredictable. Resources for financial planning and stress management from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are available to assist in assessing a farm's financial situation.

Iowa Concern (800-447-1985) -

A source of help for Iowans in need, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

Farm Financial Planning Program - one-on-one financial counseling, a computerized analysis of the farm business, and referral to other extension programs or outside services.

 

Financial Analysis
Managing Farm Family Finances
Financial Troubleshooting
Financial Performance Measures for Iowa Farms
Farm Financial Management: 16 Ways to Stretch Cash Flow
Other Financial Resources from Ag Decision Maker
Farm Financial Planning Program

 

Facing Challenges
Care of the Family During Adverse Times on the Farm
Using Group Conflict to Improve Your Project
Good Communications Can Help Solve Problems
Managing Farm Business and Family Stress
Techniques for Dealing with Difficult People

 

Family Finances and Stress Resources
Managing Income and Expenses
Coping with Stress and Change
Manage stress to increase farm safety
Stress Related Publications
All About Stress – Stress: Taking Charge
Managing Stress in Young Families -- Stress: Taking Charge

 

Extension Farm Management Field Specialists

Human Sciences Specialists - Family finance, Family life, Nutrition and health

Extension Store Resources

Updated: April 13, 2018