Ag Lender Southeast Region
Meet Pete Johannsen
Conterra’s Southeastern Region Lending Expert
Knowledgeable and experienced with the overall agriculture markets in the Eastern and Southeastern region. Pete can meet with you and discuss your operation and find a lending solution tailored to your specific needs.
Pete Johannsen
EVP Relationship Management
Southeast Region
The Iowa native has more than 21 years of experience in ag finance, most recently servicing as the Midwest Associate Director for MetLife Investment Management’s ag finance team.
The University of South Dakota and Drake University graduate says Conterra’s integrity, drive, and passion for agriculture aligned with his own. Currently residing in Altoona, Iowa, Johannsen and his wife are partners in a family row-crop operation in Northwest Iowa.
“My dedication to agriculture aligns perfectly with the direction Conterra is headed. Joining the team of ag lending experts that has been built at Conterra, I’m excited to further the company’s growth by continuing to pursue long-lasting relationships, support our team members, and create an energized work environment that clients will want to be a part of.”
Contact Pete to learn more about how Conterra can help your farm or ranch operation.
virginia agriculture
Virginia agriculture's rich soil and waterways makes the state one of the most diverse venues in the nation. There are 43,225 farms from one end to the other. The state also ranks in the top 15 in many of their commodities. The main commodities in Virginia agriculture are livestock, field crops, fruits, vegetables, poultry, nursery, aquaculture, and vineyards.
WEST VIRGINIA Agriculture
West Virginia agriculture crop production, cattle and specialty crops dominate the states output. Traditional agriculture in the state production generates over half-billion dollars each year. The Mountain State has over 95 percent of family-owned farms giving flexibility in how they produce their crops. The main commodities in West Virginia agriculture is leaf tobacco, apples, grapes, peanuts, and tomatoes.
vermont Agriculture
Vermont agriculture primary industry consists of dairying, which produces more than two billion pounds of milk annually. The Green Mountain State is also Americas largest producer of maple syrup. The main commodities in Vermont agriculture are dairy products, beef cattle and calves, greenhouse and nursery products, hay, and maple products.
Maine Agriculture
Maine’s agriculture and natural resources play an important role in the states economy. The state leads the nation in wild blueberries and second for maple syrup. Aquaculture is a huge industry in Maine thanks to the 5,300-mile coastline – the most of any states east of the Mississippi. The main commodities in Main agriculture are eggs, milk, wild blueberry, maple syrup, and potatoes.
We Understand Agriculture in Your Area
Conterra understands the challenges facing producers in the Southeast region of the United States. Cost of production and availability of products (parts, equipment and inputs) is also a problem farmers must adapt to. Drainage and water management is a problem facing many producers. Labor shortages are making it hard for farmers in the southeastern regions to manage the efficiency of their operations. Conterra is here to provide financial solutions to help manage the many challenges the farmers and ranchers face in rural America. Robby Frantzis is our boots on the ground expert in your area. Contact Robby to learn more about Conterra’s lending programs.
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Get an estimate of your payments and fill out our short application form to get the process started. One of our ag lending experts will review your application and get back to you within 24-48 hours.
