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Avoiding Burnout – And Finding Joy – On The Farm
By Roxanne Reed, founder and CEO of Farm School on Wheels Roxanne Reed, founder and CEO of Farm School on Wheels, recently shared her thoughts on a topic any aspiring, beginning or experienced farmer can relate to: Preventing burnout. Farm School on...View Details
8 Social Media Tips & Tricks For Your Agribusiness
2min Read AgCredit Marketing Coordinator, Kayla Laubacher, has a unique background in both marketing and agriculture. In this podcast episode, she shares her story of studying and working in marketing to marrying into a family farming business with a...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
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
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
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
How To Find The Right Lender & Communicate Effectively
Communication is key in any relationship. But it’s one of the most important pieces you can bring to the table as a new borrower when you’re beginning to build a strong relationship with your lender. “When you’re a new borrower, it can be really...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!
AGAware ®
As a farmer (and CEO of your business), managing your finances can be a challenge. AGAware® Workshops help farmers take control of their finances by teaching practical skills like recordkeeping...
