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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Nov 4, 2013 | The Business of Agriculture

Livestock Recovery Takes More than Dollars and Cents

As our financial officers meet with customers affected by livestock losses in South Dakota and Nebraska, I’m reminded that recovery isn’t as easy as simply buying more cows.

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Oct 19, 2013 | From the Farm

Keeping Farm Kids Safe

With more farm equipment on the road and in the fields for harvest, it’s more important than ever to take precautions and prevent accidents.

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Oct 19, 2013 | From the Farm

Mobilizing Support for South Dakota Producers

The early October blizzard that hit the state killed untold numbers of calves and cows. Now is the time to reach out and help South Dakota’s livestock producers.

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Oct 19, 2013 | Rural Communities

Nebraska Farmers Fight Hunger

Now there’s an easy way for Nebraska’s grain producers to help alleviate hunger in their local communities.

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Oct 19, 2013 | The Business of Agriculture

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