Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced May 23 that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking comments on a new microloan program to help small and family farm operations progress through their start-up years.

Farmers who wholesale their produce, and even those who sell directly to the public, are seeing more reasons to become Good Agricultural Practices-certified.

While many farmers will be affected by the outcome of this year's farm bill, not all are aware of how the legislation will change the agriculture industry. CropLife Magazine offers key points that can help farmers understand the 2012 Farm Bill.

While business owners may be tempted to cut corners when purchasing business insurance, not having adequate coverage should an incident occur could be enough shut a business down. The U.S. Small Business Administration offers tips for owners investing in buying business insurance.

For many young drivers, car maintenance is kept up by their parents who remind them to get their oil changed and tires rotated. While vehicle breakdowns can happen for a variety of reasons, there are some important tips teen drivers should remember when it happens.