Monthly Archive for September, 2022
How consumer and farmer attitudes are making a positive impact on pig farming
(BPT) – At a time when consumer interest in sustainability is changing how many companies make, source and distribute products, concern for the humane treatment of farmed animals is focusing shoppers’ attention on where their food comes from. In response to consumer demand, a new California law, Proposition 12 or The Farm Animal Confinement Initiative, aims to …
7 reasons why succession planning should be top of mind with business owners this fall
(BPT) – Building your business has been your life’s passion. You have dedicated much time, energy and finances to ensure its success, and you want that success to continue even after you are no longer involved in the daily operations. This is why succession planning is essential. Consider these two scenarios: First, you’re 75 …
Family-Building Benefits: A Must for Today’s Workforce
(BPT) – The pandemic has forever changed how, where and why we work. As a result, employers and employees alike are re-evaluating workplace benefits, including family-building benefits like parental leave and fertility treatments. Yet, recent data from the Society for Human Resource Management reveals that the number of employers offering benefits like paid maternity, paternity and …
Tips every small business owner needs to know to up their business game
(BPT) – Successful small businesses are the ones that remain adaptable, forward-thinking, and leverage the right resources. As we enter the fall, there’s never been a better time to explore new opportunities to take your business to the next level. Read on for a few expert tips on how to help your business venture grow. …
Tackling climate change means leveraging beef’s benefits
(BPT) – Beef is valued for its flavor and nutrition in cuisines worldwide. However, recently you may have heard that eating beef is bad for the environment, so you’re unsure if you should limit consumption. What you may not have heard about are the benefits that beef cattle provide for the planet. Beef is …
Worried about your loved one? How to help veterans at risk of suicide
(BPT) – Returning to civilian life can be difficult for veterans, especially if they struggle with mental health. Too often, veterans experiencing mental health challenges are embarrassed to ask for help. This fear of what others will think is a stigma that often prevents them from seeking care. According to the latest Annual Warrior Survey from …