Congress passed "The One, Big, Beautiful Bill", a major update to U.S. farm policy. With billions in new funding, improved insurance, tax relief, and expanded...
Managing Farm Debt in an Inflation Economy
Successfully managing farm debt in an inflationary environment means understanding the broader financial picture of your operation and how each moving part is affected by...
How To Go Broke Farming: 2025 Edition
Farming in 2025 is different, but not that different. Good land management, strong planning, and collaboration still matter more than ever. The1927 list originally published...
Unlock Smart Ways to Use Farm Debt When Times Get Tough
In today’s farm economy, debt used right can be a strength — not a setback. Thoughtful and proactive farm loan strategies can offer short-term stability...
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...
Hurricane Recovery: Loans for Farmers
Farmers and producers across the Southeast have been hit by wave after wave of hurricanes, each one adding new damage and more financial pressure. Having...
PROACTIVE FARMING IN THE DELTA PROVIDES NEW SOLUTIONS
Agriculture in the Delta Region is currently facing significant hurdles. Rising production costs, increased interest rates, and tightening access to operating capital require careful management...
TOP REASONS WHY YOU NEED A LAND APPRAISAL
The appraisal determines the current market value of your farmland, which helps the lender determine the loan amount you are eligible for.
SEIZE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS: 9 KEYS TO FARM LOAN REFINANCING
A key financial strategy that can provide significant benefits to farm borrowers is loan refinancing. This approach is particularly advantageous as current loans mature.
AT A CROSSROADS: AMERICAN FARMERS UNDER STRESS
The current agricultural landscape in the United States is characterized by several factors contributing to a stressed environment for farmers and ranchers. Low commodity prices...