Technology

Jenks Family Farms continues to integrate proven technology into our farming operation to increase efficiency and productivity. GPS has been used for many years, allowing us to be more efficient and profitable. We currently soil test all of our farms on three acre grids, every four years. This allows us to optimize fertility for crop production. Chemical and fertilizer products are used efficiently with Variable Rate Technology on application equipment. These methods have been used for many years on our operation and continue to be improved upon each year.

Stewardship

Stewardship of the land is very important to Jenks Family Farms. We want to ensure a healthy and productive environment for the next generation. Erosion and drainage is controlled by adding tile, waterways, dry dams, or other structures in the field where they are needed. Our personally owned full line of tiling equipment allows us to assist landowners in creating optimal field conditions for their investments by installing complete pattern tile drainage systems when needed.  Tillage is minimized to prevent erosion of fields at risk for soil loss. We treat all of our rented acres as if we owned them and continually work to improve them.

Cropping Practices

Our crops are diligently scouted for weed, insect, disease, or other problems. We use high level production data analysis to help us make necessary decisions for the following years. Our varied field types include pivot irrigation, cover crops, strip till, minimum tillage, conventional tillage and CRP ground and we strive to work with our landowners to maintain the best field environments for their investments.  We maintain a modern line of equipment, allowing us to plant and harvest the crop in a timely manner.

Risk Management

Jenks Family Farms believes the way a farm manages risk in today’s farming environment will help determine the success of the business. We focus a great deal of effort on planning and evaluating actions that will influence our business. Use of crop insurance helps us market our crop better, while professional advisors help us market at a more profitable level. JFF uses options and selective hedging strategies, allowing us to market two to three years ahead. We provide the majority of our grain storage needs on farm, which allows us flexibility at harvest and peak delivery periods. JFF uses managerial accounting software to track revenues and expenses, helping us evaluate what has worked in the past, and to project successful decisions for the future.