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Working with USDA Farm Service Agency: A valuable resource for Young, Beginning and Small Farmers
For Young, Beginning, and Small (YBS) producers, understanding the opportunities available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture can be an important step toward building a successful operation. One of the most valuable resources available to agricultural producers is the USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA), which connects farmers and ranchers with programs designed to support agricultural operations through every stage of growth.View Details
Seven Types Of Farm Loans You Should Know About
Scott Parker, a senior credit manager at AgCredit, guides us through the world of farm loans to shed light on the benefits and considerations associated with farm-related financing options. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced farmer...View Details
Think Like a Lender
Navigate the borrowing process with ease and confidence by thinking like a lender! Learn what lenders are looking for, what financing options exist, and understand how a clear, well structured business plan brings everything together. About the...View Details
Buzzworthy Business
Do you enjoy fruits, vegetables, and nuts, along with a variety of options at your grocery store? If so, you can thank a special kind of pollinator, the honeybee, for diversifying America’s dinner plates. Honeybees are essential to maintaining food...View Details
5 Tips For Making The Most Of Your Rural Land Investment
Investing in rural land can have many benefits – from enjoying recreational time with family to making income through timber harvesting. However, to protect yourself, you should conduct careful research on your prospective parcel and its value before...View Details
New Land-Owner Equipment Guide: What Do You Need?
Whether you've acquired five acres or 500, transforming raw land into a productive property requires the right equipment. As a new landowner, the variety of machinery options can feel overwhelming. This guide will help you prioritize your equipment needs and make informed decisions about what's essential and what can wait.View Details
Ready 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 business, you might not know where to start. This guide can help.View 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!
Side X Side
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Side X Side is a conference for young and beginning producers to gain strategies in succession planning, financial management, and risk mitigation—while building community, sharing ideas, and...
