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...
Celebrate the Blue Corduroy Jacket – National FFA Week
What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions, “blue corduroy jacket?” If I had to guess, I bet it is FFA....
Financing Permanent Crops in the West: 4 Things Lenders Consider
The Western U.S. differs from the rest of the country in many ways. The West, especially California, is one of the most productive places in...
2021 OPPORTUNITIES: CAPTURE PROFITS, CONTROL COSTS IN AN EXPECTED BULLISH GRAIN MARKET YEAR
With a lot of positive momentum heading into the year and continued signs that’s likely to be the case for a while, the first few...
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...
PLAN BUDGETS WITH FUNDAMENTALS, NOT GOVERNMENT PAYMENTS
Government payments can throw a wrench in long-term budget planning. The last month of 2019 saw signs that there is life in the ag economy....
FOCUS ON WORKING CAPITAL AND COST CONTAINMENT IN THE NEW YEAR
New farm diversification opportunities could help sustain long-term revenue and viability. Some farmers made money the old-fashioned way — from operations — in 2020, while...
DON’T GET DISTRACTED BY WHAT YOU CAN’T CONTROL
Focus your energy on risk management, other farm-level strategies With its many production and marketing variables, agriculture is a volatile marketplace and has been for...
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...