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FSA-Preferred Lending for Young and Beginning Farmers
If you’re new to farming, one of the major hurdles to overcome is buying your own land. Farmland is expensive. Add in the costs of inputs, labor and equipment, and buying your first piece of dirt can seem out of reach. But there are programs that can help you acquire that sought- after tract without touching the savings you’ve built along the way. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) offers two excellent programs that beginning farmers can take advantage of:View Details
Episode 72 - Evaluating the Health of Your Operation
In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," host Phil Young is joined by Jordan Huntsman, a commercial credit analyst with AgCredit, to discuss evaluating the financial health of farm operations at year-end. The conversation covers key financial indicators that farmers should focus on, such as net worth and working capital, and the importance of preparing an annual balance sheet.View Details
Business Structures and Risk Mitigation (Guest Co-Host - Nancy Guyton - Law Firm Carolinas)
Ensure the holistic profitability of your farm by prioritizing legal protection through proper business setup. Join our tailored class for agriculture business owners, featuring special guest Attorney Nancy Guyton, and master essential strategies for...View Details
Farm Income Statement Explained: How to Measure Profitability on Your Farm
Learn how to read and build a farm income statement by understanding income, expenses, gross margin, fixed costs and net farm income to measure profitability.View Details
Getting a Lot Loan from AgCredit: Your Path to Home Construction
Finding the perfect piece of land to build your dream home is an exciting milestone. Financing the purchase through a lot loan from AgCredit is a smart move that can pave the way for your future home construction. “Using the same lender for both your...View Details
Building Credit & Savings To Grow Your Farm Operation
There’s no question about it: Farming takes a lot of money. Fortunately, strong credit and adequate savings can help you borrow the money you need to nurture your operation. Better yet, they help you borrow at a lower interest rate – sometimes by...View Details
Social Media Tips and Tricks for Ag Businesses with Kayla Laubacher
AgCredit Said It: Episode 33 - Social Media Tips and Tricks for Ag Businesses with Kayla LaubacherView Details
Upcoming Events
Throughout the year and across the country, your local Farm Credit association hosts in-person and virtual events designed to help you start, manage and grow your farming operation. Browse through the AgBizInfo events to find the right event for you!
2026 Midwest Regional Dairy Challenge
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This program consists of one national and four regional events attended by college students with a strong interest in the dairy industry. They compete by creating a farm management plan for a dairy...
