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...
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...
POLITICAL UNCERTAINTY PROMPTS FARM DEBT REVIEW
Now is the time to lock in low rates As farmers and agribusinesses owners across the country seek certainty in the post-pandemic economic outlook, a...
KEY AG INSIGHTS FROM THE JULY FEDERAL RESERVE BEIGE BOOK
Read the latest in ag finance. This insights summary breaks down the newly released Federal Reserve Beige Book. July Federal Reserve Beige Book Released Coming...
NAVIGATING HIGH FARMLAND MARKET
BUYING OR REFINANCING FARMLAND? TIPS TO NAVIGATE A BULLISH FARMLAND MARKET A rising tide lifts all boats, and corn prices that have doubled in the...
IS REFINANCING FARM DEBT TO CAPTURE LOW INTEREST RATES RIGHT FOR YOU?
Consider long-term goals with farm refinancing decisions. Interest rates are low, and it's enticing many farmers and ranchers to refinance ag debt to capture savings...