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Tips On Navigating The Changing American Agriculture
3min Read As president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, Zippy Duvall has helped shape a new farm bill, defeated misguided regulations, shepherded new trade agreements, and ensured farmers and ranchers are supported through natural disasters...View Details
Building a Balance Sheet
Knowing the financial position of your farm business is critical to its future success. One of the most important financial statements in helping you to understand the financial performance of your operation is the balance sheet.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
Marketing Tips To Help You Grow Your Business
Raising high-quality agricultural products can be extremely satisfying, but that’s only part of the equation for successful farmers. To generate sales and revenue, producers also must become marketers. While this may be unfamiliar territory for some...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
Writing a Business Plan
It's something that can strike dread in the heart of any small business owner but can deliver great rewards in the end: The BUSINESS PLAN! Let's take a look at why this document is so important for all business owners. A business plan is a must for...View Details
Creating a Farm Plan: A Guide for New and Small Farmers
Starting a farm, no matter how small, is an exciting venture. Whether you're raising a few cows or planning a diverse small-scale operation, a well-thought-out farm plan is crucial. Not only is it often required by lenders, but it also serves as a roadmap for your agricultural journey.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!
2026 Midwest Regional Dairy Challenge
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This program consists of one national and four regional events attended by college students with a strong interest in the dairy industry. They compete by creating a farm management plan for a dairy...
