IRS extends relief to farmers and ranchers affected by drought
Farmers and ranchers forced to sell livestock due to drought may have an extended period in which to replace the ...
Tag: Farm banking
Farm Credit Watch: The FCS’s uninsured deposits
While the funds the FCS borrows in the capital markets through the Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation are protected ...
USDA’s Climate-Smart program up and running
Approximately $3.1 billion will be spent on 141 pilot projects, providing incentives for producers to adopt climate-sensitive practices on working ...
Bipartisan legislation aims to help with farm conservation efforts
The bill addresses the shortage of technical service providers who help producers access USDA conservation programs through one-on-one assistance.
Local Farms and Food Act introduced in both houses
Bill would strengthen food systems infrastructure and promote local economic development.
ABA report: Farm bank lending increased to $103.1 billion in 2022
Agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks increased 8.1% in 2022 to $103.1 billion despite supply chain disruptions, volatility in commodity ...
The farm data revolution: Empowering banks to better manage risk
New tools bring new insights to ag lending.
USDA chief economist: Farm economy is strong, but some risks remain
Crop and livestock prices are still strong despite declining from recent highs, and the farm sector enters the new year ...
USDA rolls out next steps to provide help to borrowers who faced discrimination
The agency will issue contracts to nongovernmental program administrators to coordinate delivery of financial assistance to farmers, ranchers.
USDA Equity Commission shares reform recommendations, effects on farm lending
The commission made 32 recommendations for the department to root out discrimination, remove barriers to USDA’s programs and commit to ...
