Your farm is more than just land and equipment, it’s a legacy built on years of dedication and hard work. Whether you plan to pass...
National Pistachio Day
The Power of Pistachios National Pistachio Day is celebrated on February 26, 2025, but those of us in the lending business watch the prosperous progress...
WHAT THE FEDERAL RESERVE’S RATE DECISION MEANS FOR FARMERS
Farmers with Financial Flexibility Benefit from Interest Rate Cuts The Federal Reserve announced this week that it will keep interest rates steady at 4.25% to...
Maximize Growth with Ag Loan Refinance and Debt Restructure
In the day-to-day hustle of farming and ranching, financial management is as important as tending to crops or livestock. Sometimes, the right financial move can...
STAYING STRONG: FARMING AMIDST ECONOMIC HEADWINDS
Given current economic conditions, agricultural operations are facing a series of significant challenges. According to Luke Schultz, Conterra Great Plains Relationship Manager, several key economic...
ONE SIZE DOESN’T FIT ALL: NAVIGATING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN AGRICULTURE
Different types of farming operations, whether focused on crops, livestock, or a combination, have specific considerations in financial statement analysis. Understanding the intricacies is important...
MAXIMIZING GROWTH AND EXPANSION: A SIMPLE GUIDE TO AG FINANCING
Developing a long-term ag financing plan is important for growth and expansion of your farm and ranch operation. By assessing your financial situation, setting clear...
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PRIVATE AG LENDERS AND TRADITIONAL BANKS?
When you’re running an ag operation, securing financing is crucial to your success. However, with so many ag lenders out there, it can be overwhelming...
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...