Farmers Benefit greatly from Small Business Membership

Learn about the benefits of NFIB membership for farmers
(updated from NFIB.com) 

Being a farmer in the 21st century is a challenge. Today’s farmers aren’t just growing crops and raising animals – there are new technologies to learn about, new regulations and restrictions to monitor and adhere to, and changing consumer demands to stay on top of. There’s also the business side of the operation, including obtaining equipment, selling and distributing the product, and managing employees, to name just a few tasks. It’s a round-the-clock job.

Whether you’re thinking about starting a farm business, recently began farming as an occupation, or you’ve been operating a family farm for decades, joining a small business association makes sense. From agricultural advocacy to bottom-line savings, there are plenty of benefits to becoming a member of a small business association like NFIB if you’re a farmer. Here are just four of the many advantages farmers can enjoy by joining NFIB.

NFIB advocates on behalf of farmers coast to coast. From environmental restrictions to estate tax burdens, farmers face unique small business challenges. NFIB is proud to advocate on behalf of farmers, fighting added costs and red tape and supporting the growth of the agriculture industry.

Receive discounts on fuel management expenses. For farmers, the cost of fuel can be one of the biggest business expenses. In fact, farmers spent $16.6 billion on gasoline, oil, and fuel in 2012 – a 28.4 percent increase from 2007. NFIB members save up to 15 percent on their fuel management expenses.

Get free human resources support. With everything else that’s on a farmer’s plate, managing teams, including part-time or seasonal staff, can be a challenge. Fortunately, NFIB members receive free human resources support, assisting with everything from hiring successfully to providing updated info on state and federal workplace requirements and legal employment guides. You can even take advantage of reduced background check rates to ensure your farm is staffed with qualified, experienced workers.

Pay less for payroll services. Many small farms hire seasonal staff who work irregular hours – after all, farming is not a nine-to-five business. And with $27 billion spent on hired labor in 2012, paying staff is a huge expense for farmers. Therefore, it’s crucial that farm payroll is handled by an experienced team with a solid understanding of tax requirements, employee deductions, and payroll laws. NFIB members save 10 percent on payroll services and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing this part of their business is in capable hands.

Ready to become an NFIB member? Sign up today and start enjoying big cost savings and valuable business support right away!

Call your NFIB rep, Terry (Ter) Scott for details today.

WE ADVOCATE
When a big issue affects small and independent businesses, NFIB is there. We have been for 75 years, and we will continue to be. We represent our members’ interests—our one member, one vote balloting process guides our work.

NFIB has an ear to the ground on what’s happening in Washington, D.C., and the state capitals. That puts NFIB at the forefront of advocating on today’s most pressing small business issues, such as taxes, healthcare, and regulations.

WE INFLUENCE
When NFIB speaks, legislators listen. They know that we bring them the voice of small business.

That voice, hundreds of thousands strong, comes directly from NFIB’s members and our research—combined, they make a powerful and influential case for our advocacy.

Because of NFIB’s credibility, we are asked to bring the small business perspective to Congress, state capitals, the courts, and the media.

WE OFFER BENEFITS
NFIB works with trusted providers to offer you quality products and services that can save your business time and money.