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Episode 70: Looking at Financials Beyond the Balance Sheet with Nathan Buzard
As year end approaches, we know it’s time to start updating our balance sheets. The balance sheet gives a great snapshot of your operation, but when our loan team is looking at your financials, what else are they considering in the overall analysis...View Details
How to Buy Your First Farm: Low Down Payment Options for Beginning Farmers
If you dream of buying a farm but don’t come from a farming family or have deep pockets, you're not alone. The good news? For first-time buyers in Texas, especially in the Northeast region, there are ways to buy a farm with little to no money, thanks...View Details
Why are Job Descriptions Important for Agricultural Operations?
Job descriptions are important communication tools for both functional and legal reasons. Although no state or federal law “requires” a business to have job descriptions, we're sharing several reasons why you should consider them for your...View Details
Answering 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...View Details
A Bird's Eye View: Drone Technology in Agriculture
A Bird's Eye View See this article in the 2023 Spring issue of Wiregrass Land & Living Magazine! With height comes perspective. Perhaps that is why humans are drawn to climb mountains, fly the skies and maybe even why children are attracted to trees...View Details
Episode 77 - Building a Strong Farm Brand with Stacie McCracken
In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead welcomes back Stacie McCracken, owner of McCracken, an agricultural marketing agency based in Ohio. The discussion centers around the importance of branding and marketing for farm businesses. Stacie explains that branding goes beyond just visual identity, encompassing mission, vision, strategy, goals and customer experience.View Details
Strategic Planning
There are multiple types of planning that take place within a business. When thinking of planning, attention often goes directly to financial or business planning. Strategic planning is another important aspect of a successful business. The...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!
AGAware ®
As a farmer (and CEO of your business), managing your finances can be a challenge. AGAware® Workshops help farmers take control of their finances by teaching practical skills like recordkeeping...
