Market update report

I'm a headline for land reports

June 6, 2024 by AgWest Farm Credit

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The impact of economic growth on crop inputs

July 11, 2024 by AgWest Farm Credit

Economic activity directly impacts agriculture input prices, particularly for gas, diesel, fertilizers and transportation. Economists predict a weaker economy in the coming year, which could impact living standards and consumer spending, but might also ease cost pressures for agriculture producers.
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Duna Fisheries

June 11, 2024 by AgWest

Amy Grondin and Greg Friedrichs supply fresh fish to local restaurants as they pursue their dream of ownership.
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The Ortiz Family

June 11, 2024 by AgWest

Methodical planning and hard work provides first-generation Mexican farmer opportunity for ownership in Yakima, Washington.
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Fernando Mendez

June 13, 2024 by AgWest

A retired U.S. Army veteran finds new purpose in farming.
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David Kaisel

June 13, 2024 by AgWest

Heirloom grain miller finds opportunity in Esparto, California.
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Scott Kesler: Champion of supportive communities

June 11, 2024 by AgWest

Scott Kesler is passionate about giving back to the community. He encourages his colleagues to be involved with local organizations; creates opportunity and motivation to participate in AgWest philanthropic efforts.
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Dennis Bigness: Trusted partner and ultimate learner

June 11, 2024 by AgWest

Dennis Bigness has an infinite amount of wisdom to offer AgWest employees and customers, as anyone who has had the opportunity to work with him can attest.
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Amy Smith: Relationship Manager extraordinaire

June 11, 2024 by AgWest

Amy is a people person, through and through, but what’s more – Amy is an AgWest people person. She was born and raised on an Idaho family farm and ranch and is heavily involved in 4-H and FFA.
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I'm a headline for Drought reports

June 5, 2024 by AgWest Farm Credit

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If you’re not at the table, you’re probably on the menu.

June 30, 2023 by Jennifer Hammarin, Marketing Specialist

It can be easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of running a business and overlook the importance of networking.
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Pioneering peonies on top of the world

October 20, 2023 by Stacy Baker, Senior Marketing Advisor

From mid-June to mid-August, the sun never sets in Nenana, Alaska, the “Land of the Midnight Sun.”
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Connecting others to your story

October 20, 2023 by Jennifer Hammarin, Marketing Specialist

Eleven miles from the California coast in Paso Robles, Jason Haas walks through a field of vineyards spanning rolling hills.
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A community of corduroy: When a network reaches far beyond high school

January 15, 2024 by Tiffany Towne, Marketing Advisor

The iconic FFA blue jacket is a beacon of community and pride. It symbolizes membership in the national organization and has been a part of the official dress since 1933. For Serena Swall and her three daughters, a blue FFA jacket is a wardrobe staple.
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Radiating acts of kindness in the sunniest place on earth

January 15, 2024 by Jennifer Hammarin, Marketing Specialist

While much of the nation is in hibernation and closing shop for the winter months, the southwest corner of Arizona is glowing with sunshine and producing abundant leafy greens.
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It’s the first harvest that makes the second harvest possible

January 15, 2024 by Stacy Baker, Senior Marketing Advisor

Rich soils, diverse climates and large-scale irrigation make eastern Washington one of the most productive agricultural areas in the Northwest.
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Ready to respond: The volunteer network communities count on

October 20, 2023 by Liz Strauch, Senior Communications Advisor

Nestled in the foothills along the Clark Fork River between Butte and Missoula, the town of Drummond is a cattle ranching community in western Montana with deep roots.
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Better together

June 30, 2023 by Stacy Baker, Senior Marketing Advisor

In the high desert country of eastern Oregon – known for stingy rainfall and loamy soils – members of the Cold Springs Canyon partnership gather around the table at the Riverview Seed Company.
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AgWest Farm Credit announces results of Board of Director elections

January 8, 2024 by AgWest Farm Credit

AgWest re-elected Nels DeBruycker and Joseph (Joey) Airoso for five-year terms. Doug Filipponi will serve as Board Chair and Mark Cook as Board Vice Chair for 2024.
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AgWest Farm Credit supports new producers with $15,000 grants

March 8, 2024 by AgWest Farm Credit

AgWest Farm Credit is accepting applications for the New Producer Grant program. The grant provides $15,000 in start-up funds to successful applicants and the deadline to apply is May 31, 2024.
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