The term Succession Planning is not new to those in the business of agriculture. While an important part of any operation, many farmers and ranchers...
Is Over Analysis Bogging You Down?
“Paralysis by Analysis” may be affecting the productivity of you or some of your colleagues. Are important deadlines being missed? In the ag lending business,...
A New Generation of Ag Lenders
As growers many of you have likely gone to your bank or other financial institution and found many new, young faces. The account officers or...
Are You Really Using Your Financial Statements to Improve your Operation?
For years now your bank or other financial institution has been asking you for financial statements whenever you request a farm loan. Whether it is...
American Farmers Bring Everyone to the Table
National Ag Day As we cope with the tumultuous times, many of us are seeking things that make us more comfortable. We may look back...
National Pistachio Day
The Power of Pistachios Pistachios have a rich history and are very deserving of national and world recognition on February 26, 2021. Those of us...
Experiencing tough times? Look to Alternative Lending options
Whether they are dairymen, crop farmers, livestock producers or agribusiness operations, most borrowers go to their bank once a year to renew their operating lines...
You Never Get a Second Chance to Make a First Impression
You have all heard the expression “You Never Get a Second Change to Make a First Impression.” It has been attributed to Oscar Wilde and...
Interest Rates – When do I Pull the Trigger?
Everyone likes to talk about interest rates, especially when considering borrowing money. If it is for a home mortgage or a refinance of a farming...
Tips to Improving Your Long-Term Financing Position
At some point in your ag business career you are likely to seek long-term financing for your operation. Reasons may vary from purchase money to...