Best picks
Independent comparisons — the right tool, software, or service for your situation.
- Best farm-management software for a row-crop operation under 2,000 acres? For a row-crop operation under 2,000 acres tracking fields, inputs, and yield, Farmbrite offers the strongest all-around fit — combining field mapping, crop rotation planning, input record-keeping, and integrated accounting at an accessible price point. Operators who prioritize yield mapping hardware should pair FarmTRX with a lighter record-keeping tool, while grain-focused operators running Bushel Business Accounts can use Bushel Farm at no added cost.
- How to choose used-equipment financing for a tractor or combine purchase? For most row-crop and livestock operations buying a used tractor or combine, Farm Credit / AgDirect financing tends to fit the ag-specific repayment cycle best — but dealer financing can work when speed matters and the equipment is new enough to qualify.