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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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.

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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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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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Sep 10, 2018 | Crop Insurance

Busheling through 2018: The Difference Yield and Federal MFP Payments Make on Farm Income

What do these scenarios tell us about the potential for profitability?

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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 29, 2018 | Country Living Homes

Fulfilling Dream of Country Home -- Twice

Achieving the country home dream took patience and perseverance.

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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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Jun 15, 2018 | Rural Communities

Fighting Rural Hunger with Mobile Pantry Partnership

Hunger is as real in farming communities as it is in urban food deserts.

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May 16, 2018 | Country Living Homes

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.

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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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Apr 4, 2018 | Country Living Homes

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

Use our checklist to avoid potential rural property pitfalls.

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