How to Farm Like a Banker

Alternative lenders can often provide capital for expansion and growth opportunities that traditional banks can’t or won’t. Here are six points to keep in mind if you’re ready to meet with an alternative lender.

With record prices and volume, land sales don’t look to be hitting the brakes in Iowa. Jim Rothermich, vice president of Iowa Appraisal, shares a rundown of first quarter 2023 versus first quarter 2022 land sales at the $20,000 per acre and higher price point.

Commodity cycles bring opportunities and challenges. As we look ahead, here is what the best operations do in good years and challenging years.

Profitable farmers create financial habits that separate them from others. These habits, consistently applied through the years, add up, and the results are evident.