Here We Grow - Episode 25: Preparing for a Farm Loan
5 Steps For Financing Your New Farming Operation
Most startups need more cash than the average person has on hand. This is definitely true for aspiring and beginning farmers who need financing for land, equipment, seeds, livestock and other materials. Roxanne Reed, founder and CEO of Farm School on...View Details
Understanding Your Farm Financials
Most people who get into farming do so because they want to farm, not because they want to think about numbers. The fact is, though, that farms are businesses, and in order to be able to keep farming, the operation must remain financially viable. And...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
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
Five Steps For Accessing Operating Credit
Farming requires ready access to cash to pay both vendors and employees. Operating lines of credit can help meet these financial needs, providing access to capital as you need it and leaving more of your working capital available to support strategic...View Details
How Beginning Farmers Can Manage Seasonal Income
Nowhere is the phrase “cash is king” truer than in farming. Farmers need cash to buy seed and feed, put fuel in tractors, pay employees and cover farm rent, a home mortgage and utilities. Having sufficient cash on hand throughout the year can be...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!