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Think Like a Lender
Navigate the borrowing process with ease and confidence by thinking like a lender! Learn what lenders are looking for, what financing options exist, and understand how a clear, well structured business plan brings everything together. About the...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
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
Business Structures and Risk Mitigation (Guest Co-Host - Nancy Guyton - Law Firm Carolinas)
Ensure the holistic profitability of your farm by prioritizing legal protection through proper business setup. Join our tailored class for agriculture business owners, featuring special guest Attorney Nancy Guyton, and master essential strategies for...View Details
What Are Lines of Credit
Whether you’re a beginning farmer or an experienced operator, you’re probably no stranger to the unsteady cash flow that’s typical to the annual production cycle of agriculture. Grain farmers need significant amounts of money for seed and inputs at...View Details
Understanding The Importance of Finances & Record Keeping
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. In Episode 4 of AgCredit Said It, our hosts sit down with credit analyst Joel Althauser to discuss the perfect recipe for creating a balance sheet.View Details
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
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!
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...
