Buzzworthy Business
Do you enjoy fruits, vegetables, and nuts, along with a variety of options at your grocery store? If so, you can thank a special kind of pollinator, the honeybee, for diversifying America’s dinner plates. Honeybees are essential to maintaining food...
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The Truth About Land Loans: What Most First-Time Buyers Don’t Know
Buying land is a dream for many — whether it’s a quiet place to build a home, a hunting camp or a long-term investment. But when it comes to financing that dream, many first-time buyers are surprised to learn that land loans are different from...View Details
Episode 72 - Evaluating the Health of Your Operation
In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," host Phil Young is joined by Jordan Huntsman, a commercial credit analyst with AgCredit, to discuss evaluating the financial health of farm operations at year-end. The conversation covers key financial indicators that farmers should focus on, such as net worth and working capital, and the importance of preparing an annual balance sheet.View Details
Ask the Expert: What Are the Pros and Cons of Financing Land Improvements Versus Paying Cash?
With higher input costs in recent years, many producers have deferred maintenance and upgrades to their fencing and water systems. I’m now facing a major overhaul of my grazing infrastructure but would prefer not to drain my cash reserves to do it...View Details
Nine Questions to Ask Your Lender
When exploring rural land loans, it’s crucial to ask the right questions to ensure you’re making an informed decision. Here are nine essential questions to discuss with your lender, like AgTrust Farm Credit, which have extensive experience in this...View Details
Understanding Your Rural Loan and Interest Rate Options
Buying a rural property, whether it’s land, a farm, or a house out in the country, is a major undertaking that requires a lot of planning. Not only do you have to decide on your budget, property and other considerations, but you also have to research...View Details
From Dream to Dirt: A Beginner’s Guide to Buying Your First Piece of Land
You’ve been dreaming about owning land — maybe it’s a quiet place to build a home, a few acres for hunting or a future farm. But when it comes to actually buying land, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Where do you start? What should you look for? And how do you pay for it?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!
Grow Together Webinar: Navigating Your Estate and Succession Plan
Join us as we welcome Wesley Tucker, Agricultural Business & Policy Specialist with University of Missouri Extension, for a fast-paced, 30-minute masterclass. Most farm families have a plan for the...
