Farm Publications

12 Common Documents

If you’re wondering what type of documentation is required for a land loan, we’ve created a detailed guide to help explain the reasons why we ask for specific financial documentation and how each piece of information is used by our team to build

2021 Cropland Investment Report

Forty years ago, the gap between average cropland values and capitalized value widened drastically. High interest rates and shrinking net farm income led to a marked decline in capitalized value. Fortunately, over the next several decades, the gap na

Accelerate Program: Accessing Working Capital

AgAmerica’s Accelerate Loan Program is a data-driven product with an average 48-hour approval window. Through this program, AgAmerica is able to minimize the number of documents required for the underwriting process, which expedites loan approval a

Crop Diversification

Finding the right crop mix for your farm operation is essentially one of the most challenging decisions that you will face. There are many factors that influence farmers’ crop selections, including seed pricing, market demand, soil conditions, and

Decision-Making Success

The agriculture industry has witnessed some of the greatest changes over the last decade. Unlike most industries, advancements in technology, changes in climate, and governmental regulations have an immediate and substantial impact on the success of

Delta Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Comprised of three states with over 32 million acres of farmland, the Delta region of the U.S. collectively contributes nearly $34 billion to the nation's agricultural output each year. The Delta region is home to rich fami

Families and Their Farms

When a family’s financial well-being is tied so closely to the farm, one of the most important questions that farm operators must ask is, who will run the farm in the future and how will that next generation pay for the farm? To provide va

Farm Labor Shortage

For the average farmer, their workday starts before dawn and continues well past dusk. Although advancements in agritech have helped reduce some of the physical demand of farming over the last decade, farm operators continue to rely heavily on hired

Five Factors Impacting Farm Finances in 2020

The impact of COVID-19 on U.S. agriculture has varied by sector but has been felt universally. Learn more about the major factors that will influence farm finances this year and how American farmers and ranchers are adapting to the ever-changing agri

Future of Farming

The Millennial generation has revolutionized the way industries perform and produce products, including agriculture. At around 92 million people, Millennials represent more than one-half of the U.S. workforce. As farm succession continues to

Hunting for Profits

In the ever-changing industry of agriculture, farmers and landowners are constantly looking for new ways to utilize their property for both increased income as well as land stewardship. In the last decade, hunters and outdoorsmen have turned to farme

Midwest Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Comprised of three subregions, the Midwest is an agricultural powerhouse that contributes more than $152 billion to the nation's agricultural output each year. Along with its massive agricultural output, the Midwest is also ho

Northeast Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

The Northeast region is comprised of eleven states, all of which collectively contribute more than $19 billion to the nation’s agricultural output each year. A small region filled with agricultural diversity, the Northeast

Precision Ag is Decision Ag

Precision ag refers to farm management and automation technology that can monitor variables impacting agriculture operations and support farmers in their mission to feed the world. Over the last several decades, there has been significant gr

Southeast Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Comprised of two sub-regions and nine states, the Southeast region of the U.S. collectively contributes nearly $47 billion to the nation's agricultural output each year. The Southeast is the third-largest exporter of U.S. agricul

Southern Plains Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Comprised of just two states with over 160 million acres of farmland, the Southern Plains is a region that is filled with ranges of land, ranches, and family farm operations that collectively contribute nearly $27 billion to the nation'

The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Agriculture

The COVID-19 pandemic has swept the global economy off its feet in a historic way that will be studied for years to come. AgAmerica’s Chief Economist, Dr. John Penson, provides a comprehensive summary of the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, prov

The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Agriculture: Part Two

Throughout the many unpredictable events of 2020, AgAmerica Chief Economist Dr. John Penson has continued to monitor the precarious economic climate in relation to its impact on U.S. agriculture. In this second economic assessment, he provides furthe

The Economic Landscape of U.S. Agriculture in 2021

In the face of historic disruptions, American farmers and ranchers showed remarkable perseverance in 2020 to overcome and keep our national food security strong. From a global pandemic to a new presidential administration, AgAmerica’s Chief Economi

The State of American Agriculture

The Census of Agriculture is an invaluable tool that highlights the evolution of the ag industry while shaping the laws and policies that affect U.S. farmers and ranchers. The Census also helps industry leaders allocate funds and grant money across c

West Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Comprised of eleven states with two subregions, the West is an essential part of U.S. agriculture that contributes more than $95 billion to the nation's agricultural output each year. The West is the leading U.S. supplier of agr

Women in Agriculture

Women have played a pivotal role in agriculture, both in the United States and across the globe, for centuries. Occupying nearly 43 percent of the agricultural workforce, their roles range from financial managers and economists to agricultural journa

Global Trade and U.S. Agriculture

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