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New Land-Owner Equipment Guide: What Do You Need?
Whether you've acquired five acres or 500, transforming raw land into a productive property requires the right equipment. As a new landowner, the variety of machinery options can feel overwhelming. This guide will help you prioritize your equipment needs and make informed decisions about what's essential and what can wait.View Details
How to Buy Your First Farm: Low Down Payment Options for Beginning Farmers
If you dream of buying a farm but don’t come from a farming family or have deep pockets, you're not alone. The good news? For first-time buyers in Texas, especially in the Northeast region, there are ways to buy a farm with little to no money, thanks...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 Farm Operations Can Prepare for Tax Season: A Practical Tax Season Checklist
Running a farm means juggling unpredictable weather, rising input costs, shifting markets and long days. Tax season shouldn’t add more stress to your plate. One of the most effective ways to simplify tax season is to keep accurate records throughout the year.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
Essential Farm Loans You Should Know About with Scott Parker
In the agricultural industry, accessing the right financing options is crucial for farmers and those looking to invest. Farm loans can help you expand your operations, enhance productivity, and help you achieve your financial goals.View Details
Understanding the Balance Sheet: A Key Tool for Farm Financial Management
Understanding the Balance Sheet: A Key Tool for Farm Financial Management. Managing a farm involves more than just planting crops and raising livestock. To ensure long-term success, it's crucial to understand the financial health of your operation...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!