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Site Analysis and Exploring Your Potential
Unlock the full potential of your farm by conducting a thorough analysis of your land, buildings, infrastructure and equipment. Gain insights into strategic decision-making to optimize productivity and make the most of your farm's resources. Don't...View Details
Future of Farming for YBS Farmers: From Autonomous Planters to Vet Schools
Dr. Tony Brannon, former dean of agriculture at Murray State University and current leader with the West Kentucky Alliance for a Vibrant Economy (WAVE Ag), joins host Chris Griffin to discuss how people can break into the ag industry when the traditional advice has been to "inherit it or marry it."View Details
26 Factors Determining your Interest Rate
If you have or are currently lender shopping before deciding where to get your loan, you’ll notice that the interest rate offered varies from place to place. Simply put, interest rate is a reflection of risk. When the market identifies a higher risk, this demands a higher rate of return.View Details
Working with USDA Farm Service Agency: A Valuable Resource for Young, Beginning and Small Farmers
For Young, Beginning, and Small (YBS) producers, understanding the opportunities available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture can be an important step toward building a successful operation. One of the most valuable resources available to agricultural producers is the USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA), which connects farmers and ranchers with programs designed to support agricultural operations through every stage of growth.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
Building Credit & Savings To Grow Your Farm Operation
There’s no question about it: Farming takes a lot of money. Fortunately, strong credit and adequate savings can help you borrow the money you need to nurture your operation. Better yet, they help you borrow at a lower interest rate – sometimes by...View Details
How Credit Impacts Agriculture Loan Financing
Farming costs can add up quickly. Fortunately, agricultural loans help farmers get the financing they need to start, expand or maintain their farming operations. In this episode of AgCredit Said It, our hosts get answers to frequently asked questions...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...
