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What are year-end balance sheets and how to build them with Credit Analyst Joel Althauser
Episode 4: What are year-end balance sheets and how to build them with Credit Analyst Joel Althauser. Finances and record keeping. They’re not the most exciting parts of farming, but they are powerful pieces you need for a successful loan approval.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
Increase Your Financial IQ: Tips For Working With A Lender
It’s no secret that agriculture is a capital-intensive industry, so it should be no surprise that many farmers turn to lenders to access the funds they need to buy livestock, equipment, facilities and land. Approaching a prospective lender can be...View Details
How To Find The Right Lender & Communicate Effectively
Communication is key in any relationship. But it’s one of the most important pieces you can bring to the table as a new borrower when you’re beginning to build a strong relationship with your lender. “When you’re a new borrower, it can be really...View Details
Episode 75: Agriculture Policy in 2025 with Jenny Mesirow
In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young welcomes back Jenny Mesirow from the Farm Credit Council to provide an in-depth update on the Farm Bill and the latest happenings in Washington, D.C.View Details
How many acres are needed to get a farm loan?
When it comes to qualifying for a loan to buy acreage, Farm Credit of Central Florida has no minimum acreage requirement for farmland or lot loans. Instead, several factors determine eligibility for agricultural financing. Let's explore what really matters when seeking a loan for acreage.View Details
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
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...
