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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
Episode 32: How it began with Ty Kelly
Join Loan Officer Ben VanHook and Senior Loan Officer Lisa Yeager while they sit down with Ty Kelly, a young farmer from Stamping Grounds, Ky. Hear how Ty got started in farming and what he has found to help him be successful in starting his farming...View Details
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
How to Start a Succession Planning Conversation
Episode 12: How to Start a Succession Planning Conversation - Succession planning for farm families - It’s a process that can be complicated, emotional and just plain hard to start a conversation about.View Details
5 Tips for Building a Brand for your Farm with Stacie McCracken
Branding is so much more than creating TikTok videos, choosing colors for your logo, or sending out a well-designed postcard once a year.View Details
How Credit Impacts Agriculture Loan Financing
Farming costs can add up quickly. Fortunately, agricultural loans help farmers get the financing they need to start, expand or maintain their farming operations. In this episode of AgCredit Said It, our hosts get answers to frequently asked questions...View Details
Ask the Expert: What Are the Pros and Cons of Financing Land Improvements Versus Paying Cash?
With higher input costs in recent years, many producers have deferred maintenance and upgrades to their fencing and water systems. I’m now facing a major overhaul of my grazing infrastructure but would prefer not to drain my cash reserves to do it...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
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!