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ArticlesFinancial & Educational Resources To Help Beginning Farmers
One of the biggest obstacles beginning farmers face is a lack of information. When embarking on any new business venture, it’s essential to do research and have a thorough understanding of the market. This is just as true for farmers as it is for any...Start Reading
PodcastsAnswering Your Questions About Credit with Holly Gates and Josh McBride
AgCredit Regional Managers Holly Gates & Josh McBride have 45+ years of experience in farm loans and bring unique expertise in lending for starting farmers. Here’s a glance at this episode: [05:39] Josh and Holly explain the structure of the credit...Start Listening
ArticlesFSA-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...Start Reading
ArticlesFarm Lines of Credit
A farm line of credit is a flexible financial tool that provides farmers with access to funds to cover operating expenses such as purchasing seeds, fertilizers, equipment or paying labor costs. It is specifically designed for agricultural operations...Start Reading
ArticlesReady to Grow? How to Start a Farm with this Essential Guide
So you want to start a farm business? Maybe you want to turn your side hobby into a second career. Or maybe you grew up on your grandparents' farm and feel a pull to go back to your roots. Whatever your motivation to start a farm or agritourism...Start Reading
PodcastsSocial 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 LaubacherStart Listening
ArticlesTips On Navigating The Changing American Agriculture
3min Read As president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, Zippy Duvall has helped shape a new farm bill, defeated misguided regulations, shepherded new trade agreements, and ensured farmers and ranchers are supported through natural disasters...Start Reading
ArticlesApplications Now Open for Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement's 2026 Scholarship Program
The Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement announced the launch of its 2026 scholarship program, designed to invest in the next generation of agricultural professionals. This year, the Foundation is awarding at least $350,000 in...Start Reading
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!
GenerationNext Seminar - Enfield CT Marketplace
Type
In-Person
Cost
$199 per student
Location
240 South Road, Enfield, CT 06082-4451
Partner
Farm Credit East
The GenerationNext program is a $1,900 value. Thanks to Farm Credit East’s Young, Beginning, and Small farm program incentives, the out-of-pocket net cost is only $199 per student. This includes...
