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Find trends, outlooks and more on financing rural America from Frontier Farm Credit.
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Jul 26, 2024 | The Business of Agriculture

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Jul 16, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Farmland Values Hold Steady

Even with seasonal fluctuations, farmland values have remained generally consistent since 2015.

May 16, 2018 |

Financing options for buying now and building later.

With a home site loan, you can buy your land now, and build your dream home later.

Apr 6, 2018 |

6 Questions to Ask Your Tax Professional

Use our helpful guide when meeting with your own tax advisor to ensure your operation is structured and operating in the best possible way.

Apr 4, 2018 |

Dreaming of a Country Home? What You Need to Know Before Buying or Building.

Use our checklist to avoid potential rural property pitfalls.

Mar 28, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Strive to Improve Crop Risk Management

We’ve got an overview of strategies and tips for improving your bottom line from our GrowingOn® meetings.

Feb 1, 2018 |

Ready-built Homes Provide a Quality Alternative to Traditional Home Construction

Driving this trend are people who see pre-built homes, whether delivered whole or in modules, as a good investment that saves time and, in some cases, money.

Jan 29, 2018 |

Farmland Values Stabilize in 2017 in Grain Belt States

Farmland values in the grain belt states served by Frontier Farm Credit and Farm Credit Services of America stabilized in 2017, a reflection of continued market demand for quality land.

Jan 5, 2018 |

Will Storing Soybeans Pay?

Steve Johnson, host of our annual GrowingOn® meetings, offers insights into merchandising unpriced corn and soybeans.

Dec 19, 2017 |

What’s Your Storage Strategy?

Three factors to consider as you review your marketing strategy for your 2017 grain.

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Dec 12, 2017 | Crop Insurance

Knowing Your Cost of Production Can Lead to Sound Management Decisions

We introduce you to “Joe Farmer” to illustrate the power of knowing your production cost.

Nov 6, 2017 |

Positioning for Financial Success

Every producer defines success differently. But every successful producer shares some of these key practices.

Oct 4, 2017 |

Investing in the Next Generation: Summer Internships

“Excellent customer service is what everyone at FCSAmerica strives for. The key? Care about and understand the customer.” --- Summer Intern, 2017

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