COMMON GROUND BLOG

Find trends and outlooks, education and more on financing rural America from Farm Credit Services of America.

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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Jan 9, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

Farmland Values Soften

Farmland values in much of our four-state territory softened slightly in the last half of 2018 but remained stable overall.

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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.

Ag Innovation Pitch Competition

Nov 19, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

AgTech Start-Ups to Compete in Our Second Ag Innovation Pitch

Our Ag Innovation Pitch is focused on solutions that have the potential to improve the lives of farmers and ranchers, including the more than 50,000 customers we serve.

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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.

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Aug 15, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

What Successful Producers are Doing Today

Senior Vice President Bob Campbell on the strategic mindset of top producers.

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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.

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Jun 21, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Fallbrook Farmers Market Reaches Out to YBS Producers

New to the Fallbrook Farmers Market is a scholarship program aimed at helping young, beginning and small (YBS) producers start and grow businesses.

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Apr 6, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

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.

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Jan 23, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

Farmland Values Stabilize in 2017 in Grain Belt States

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

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Jan 17, 2018 | The Business of Agriculture

FCSAmerica to Host Ag Innovation Contest

FCSAmerica and its seven co-sponsors will award a grand prize to winning innovation.

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Dec 12, 2017 | The Business of Agriculture

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.

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Nov 2, 2017 | The Business of Agriculture

Positioning for Financial Success

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

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