By Blake Jackson
Farmers and custom operators across Wisconsin are being invited to take part in a survey aimed at estimating fair rates for common agricultural services.
Custom work plays a vital role in modern farming but setting accurate and competitive pricing can often be difficult.
This survey is designed to address that challenge by gathering real-world data from those directly involved in these operations.
The collected responses will be used to create a concise report outlining typical custom rates across the state. These insights are intended to help both service providers and farmers make more informed decisions when hiring or offering custom work.
Participants who either performed or hired custom services in 2025 are encouraged to complete the online survey.
It includes sections covering a wide range of operations such as tillage, planting and seeding, fertilizer and chemical application, manure handling, grain harvesting and hauling, drying, as well as silage, haylage and hay services.
The survey also gathers information on tractor and machinery rental rates.
For additional details or assistance, participants can reach out to Paul Mitchell at pdmitchell@wisc.edu or (608) 320-1162 or Brian Luck at bluck@wisc.edu or (608) 890-1861.
Participate in the survey here.
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