Getting Started: First Generation
April 07, 2023
Getting Started: First Generation
posted by Dr. David M. Kohl
The other day, an agricultural lender asked an interesting question on a webinar, “What is the best way for a first-generation farmer or rancher to get started in this economy, and what is the best commodity to start with?”
Market Trends Shift: Most Industries Remain Profitable; Some See Challenges Ahead
April 05, 2023
Market Trends Shift: Most Industries Remain Profitable; Some See Challenges Ahead
posted by Spokane
AgWest Farm Credit has released its quarterly Market Snapshot reports covering the state of major agricultural commodities in its northern region.
Market Update Q1 2023
April 02, 2023
Market Update Q1 2023
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
On March 22, the Federal Open Market Committee increased the funds rate by 25 basis points to a target range of 4.75%-5.00%.
What Got You Here Will Not Get You There!
March 31, 2023
What Got You Here Will Not Get You There!
posted by Dr. David M. Kohl
At a recent creamery board meeting, our entrepreneurial partner, who founded the business, had an interesting quote to kick off our 23rd year of business. “What got you here will not get you there!” This quote prompted us to think of the past and also develop a vision for the future.
California FFA’s Increased Diversity Bodes Well for Future of Agriculture
March 28, 2023
California FFA’s Increased Diversity Bodes Well for Future of Agriculture
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
$600,000 in Farm Credit donations over the years have helped FFA grow and provide vital leadership development for future ag leaders
An Executive Mindset, Regardless of Size
March 24, 2023
An Executive Mindset, Regardless of Size
posted by Dr. David M. Kohl
I was discussing the content of an upcoming educational event with an agriculture consultant.
AgWest Farm Credit Stands by Victims of Flooding in Santa Barbara County
March 21, 2023
AgWest Farm Credit Stands by Victims of Flooding in Santa Barbara County
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
Developing Future Leaders Is Why Farm Credit Supports the YF&R Program
March 15, 2023
Developing Future Leaders Is Why Farm Credit Supports the YF&R Program
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
Last year’s chair of the California Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers program took a California message to the United Nations Climate Change Conference
Top Producers' Response to Inflation, Interest Rates and Volatile Times
March 10, 2023
Top Producers' Response to Inflation, Interest Rates and Volatile Times
posted by Dr. David M. Kohl
The triple whammy of sticky cost inflation compounded by volatility and rising interest rates challenges even the best managers.
Your Post-Groundhog Day Assignment
February 24, 2023
Your Post-Groundhog Day Assignment
posted by Dr. David M. Kohl
You are probably wondering if this is a flashback to the movie or the real thing in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
AgWest Farm Credit Pays $366.5 Million in Cash Patronage Dividends to Customer-Members
February 23, 2023
AgWest Farm Credit Pays $366.5 Million in Cash Patronage Dividends to Customer-Members
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
Local Advisory Committee meets to grow relationships and plan for future
February 15, 2023
Local Advisory Committee meets to grow relationships and plan for future
posted by AgWest Farm Credit
Members of the AgWest Farm Credit Local Advisory Committee (LAC) came together from across the 7-state territory to meet in Phoenix, AZ Jan. 30-31 for their inaugural association-wide meeting.