Uncertainty in the cattle market is impacting every U.S. beef producer this fall. Like all sectors in agriculture, post-pandemic and supply-chain challenges are being further...
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EXTREME WEATHER DEMANDS MORE-THOUGHTFUL FINANCING
In the first seven months of 2022, there have been nine weather-related natural disasters in the U.S. with losses exceeding $1 billion each. From moderate-to-severe...
2 TIPS FOR MANAGING HIGHER INTEREST RATES IN 2022
Sky-high fertilizer prices, costly herbicides and equipment parts scarcity make for a bleak combination for growers this planting season. As inflation and high grain prices...
WITHSTAND RISING INFLATION, INTEREST RATES IN 2022
As record-high inflation rates put pressure on Americans’ wallets, growers are particularly feeling the squeeze. Inputs such as fertilizer and herbicides – already a large...
WHY THIS AG LENDER SUPPORTS ON-FARM CONSERVATION PRACTICES (AND WHY MORE SHOULD)
A USDA study taken every five years showed that in 2017, more than 41% of U.S. farmland was involved in some type of conservation practice....
INCREASED INTEREST RATES, CONTINUED CHALLENGES AHEAD IN 2022
Between record-high fertilizer costs, increased fuel prices and overall higher inputs, 2021 price trends are expected to continue in 2022. Conterra Ag Capital experts encourage...
5 WAYS TO PLAN AHEAD FOR FARM ECONOMY DOWNTURNS
Anticipate and provide for ag business cycle Agriculture is the only business with more cycles than a motorcycle dealership. Farming is a constant cycle of...
HOW TO SPOT A PROFIT OPPORTUNITY AND WHEN TO MAKE THE JUMP
Diversifying on-farm cash flow by adding additional sources of revenue can be a smart way to increase profitability or better withstand economic hardships. However, the...
THE SINGLE BIGGEST RISK IN AGRICULTURE
Intermediate-term debt chases more farmers out of business than any other risk factor. Financial risk remains the biggest hurdle most producers face each year. In...
4 Financial Tasks to Complete During Harvest
With the 2021 season coming to an end, farming operations across the U.S. are harvesting. Now is also the time to prepare for next year....