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Four Questions To Ask Before Buying Land To Farm
Finding the perfect acreage to start a farm is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many rural property buyers. Whether you’re searching for a large lot, small farm, timberland or other bare land, knowing what to look for in a property and working...View Details
Four Secrets to Successfully Running a Farm
Owning and operating a farm or ranch is more than a business decision. It's a long-term commitment to the land, your livelihood and for future generations. Whether you're purchasing your first property or expanding an existing operation, preparation and perspective make all the difference.View Details
Preserving the Past for Future Farming Success
Do you know what year your farming operation started? Do you know the name of the individual who started your operation? Do you know the biggest struggle or success past generations faced while running the operation? All of these questions are a part...View Details
What Lenders Look For When Financing Beginning Farmers
Stepping into the world of agriculture can be exhilarating – and daunting. You’re fueled by a passion for the land, a desire to implement sustainable practices and a dream to offer high-quality products. But there’s one significant hurdle to overcome...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
Nine Questions to Ask Your Lender
When exploring rural land loans, it’s crucial to ask the right questions to ensure you’re making an informed decision. Here are nine essential questions to discuss with your lender, like AgTrust Farm Credit, which have extensive experience in this...View Details
Roots of Success: Tips for Strong Mental Health on the Farm
Agriculture is the number one industry in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Providing key agricultural commodities to the rest of the nation and worldwide, the pressure to produce is real for farmers in the Southeast. To be a farmer is to deal with uncertainty. And farmers have had a slew of trying circumstances of late. Here are tips and resources in managing your mental health.View Details
Finding Your Niche and Expanding Your Customer Base
Immerse yourself in the art of organic networking within your local community. Acquire essential strategies to pinpoint your unique niche, forge connections with fellow business owners, and draw in your ideal customers. Uncover actionable tips that...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!
Dirt to Dollars: Marketing Your Farm
Type
In-Person
Cost
Free
Location
Wilkes County Agricultural Center - 416 Executive Dr, Wilkesboro NC, 28697
Your customers are already online—make sure your business is too. Learn which social media and digital marketing platforms are right for your business, what type of content attracts customers, and...
