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Find trends, outlooks and more on financing rural America from Frontier Farm Credit.
Efficiencies on Farm, Ranch Key in Higher Rate Environment

Apr 22, 2024 | The Business of Agriculture

Economic data increasingly points to interest rates staying higher longer. Financial efficiency will be critical in the year ahead, and we step you through three ratios that will help you focus on the right areas of your farm or ranch.

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Dec 19, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Important Tax Changes to Factor into 2018 Filings

Don’t overlook important changes to depreciation, business losses, ownership structure and more.

Nov 30, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Cow-calf Producers Seeking Better Margins

As producers seek to maintain black ink, paying close attention to feed and pasture costs is critical, David Widmar notes.

Nov 29, 2018 | Country Living Homes

Rural Property Appraisals

Five rural property features to consider when buying or building in the country.

Nov 26, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Six Management Tips to Make 2019 a Success

This and more at a free GrowingOn meeting near you.

Nov 14, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Quality Issues Raise Crop Insurance Questions

Your Frontier Farm Credit insurance team explains some of the common scenarios and is ready to guide you through the claims process when quality is an issue.

Nov 12, 2018 | Rural Communities

Advocating for Farmer Veterans

When veterans return home, many are looking for a new purpose. As Frontier Farm Credit’s Tammy Darbyshire knows, they can find that in agriculture.

Oct 30, 2018 | Country Living Homes

What Rural Home Buyers Need to Know about Zoning, Access and More

That’s why it’s important to understand the extent of any zoning laws, easements or access agreements before closing on your country dream home.

Oct 16, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Poor Weather Stalls Harvest

Better weather in the week ahead will help, at least on fields that aren’t too wet for machinery.

Oct 11, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Make a Wet Harvest Productive with Updates to Your Financials

With grain harvest temporarily on hold due to rain in many parts of our territory, now is a great time to focus on the financial side of your operation.

Oct 10, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Season Ends Much as It Started: Wet

Slowed field work is narrowing the gap between this year’s progress and the five-year average.

Oct 2, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Corn now a week ahead; soybeans slightly less advanced

Soybean harvest also has advanced, while grain sorghum is slightly behind average.

Sep 28, 2018 | Country Living Homes

Sail Through Your Country Home Purchase With Our Water and Septic Tips

Our tips for evaluating water sources will help you make a sound decision about your move to the country.

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