Our Commitment to the American Farmer

When farms thrive, we all do.

For the second consecutive year, AgAmerica is honored to have made Inc. Magazine’s INC 5000 list. This year we’ve ranked #1498 with a growth rate of 294 percent among 5,000 of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S. In our mission to serve the American Farmer, our team has witnessed substantial growth in both talent and volume. AgAmerica has continued to expand in order to better assist those who keep our world sustained, leading us to once again rank in INC. 5000’s list.

The Fundamentals of Farmland Ownership

Is rural real estate a good investment?

The volatile economic climate of 2020 has many farmers, ranchers, and landowners looking to secure their financial portfolio with low-risk investments rather than gambling collateral on high-risk stakes. Through COVID-19, rural real estate has consistently stood out as an outlier compared to the ups and downs of commercial, residential, and stock market investments.

Employee Highlight: Chief Revenue Officer Craig Lickley

From Farmer to Chief Revenue Officer, Craig Lickley, Joins AgAmerica Lending Ready to Make a Difference

At AgAmerica Lending, we are committed to ensuring we have the best possible team to take care of your farm real estate lending and agriculture mortgage loan needs. We continue towards this commitment with the new addition of our Chief Revenue Officer, Craig Lickley. Read More

AgAmerica Team Member Highlight: Ted Aversa on the Financial Side of Ag Lending

Find out how a career in finance and a background in ag has shaped Ted Aversa, Senior Fund Accountant at AgAmerica.

Senior Fund Accountant Ted Aversa has some advice for AgAmerica Lending clients that is as true today as it has ever been in ag lending: “Work hard and save your money, then one day your money will do the work for you.” Aversa should know, he’s been in the financial industry for over 20 years, and he and his family have been in agriculture in Florida for three generations. His specialized background has given him a keen understanding of both sides of the ag lending industry.Read More

Ground Rules: How Soil Type Affects Land Values

The soil type of any parcel will have a great impact on the land’s value, especially when it comes to farmland valuations and real estate assessments.

A farm’s greatest asset is its land. If you’re considering buying land with an ag land loan for farming, looking into the land’s soil type is an important step in determining the worth of the land. It’s also an indicator of how much work the soil will need in order to provide a nutrient-rich environment for your crops. Take a look at different soil types, how to determine what kind of soil is on your land, and how soil types factor into the overall value of your property.
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‘Produce Perspective’ at the FFVA Annual Convention

The last days of September will bring the FFVA Annual Convention to Naples, Florida.

The end of September will see the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association (FFVA) host its 73^rd FFVA Annual Convention in Naples, Florida. Running from Wednesday, September 28^th to Friday, September 30^th, the event will offer a variety of meetings, industry presentations, and networking activities for those growing fruit or vegetables in The Sunshine State. Take a look at all the convention has to offer below.Read More

AgAmerica Lending at Florida’s Premier Landscape Show

The FNGLA Landscape Show offered a variety of events and opportunities for those in Florida’s nursery and landscaping industry.

The Southeast’s leading landscape show, horticulture conference, and trade event—the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association’s annual event, the FNGLA Landscape Show—was held this September 14-17 in Orlando, Florida. The event catered to a top Florida ag commodity: the nursery and landscape industry. It offered something for all sectors of the industry, including turf and sod growers.Read More

Ag in the News: Ag Business Management Best Practices

Recent USDA news offers insight for managing ag business and farm operation energy use

The USDA is always working to improve agriculture in the U.S. and beyond. These efforts extend to helping small ag businesses expand and succeed. Read more about the latest developments and efforts from the USDA that aim to improve small businesses and ag business management below.Read More

Business Observer Takes Deeper Look Into AgAmerica’s Past and Future

Polk County entrepreneurs Brian Philpot and Rob Harper first found success in buying and selling farmland. Then came the challenges of owning, then selling, a landmark amusement park.

Now the duo is back with Act Three: land lending.

Lending a Hand to Local Schools

Here at AgAmerica Lending, one of our managing partners, Rob Harper, had the unique opportunity to contribute to the education of ag students here in Polk county. Central Florida Ag News featured this story in their April issue. Check out the article below!

Rob Harper and Land South Group donate 70 head of zebu cattle for Polk County students to learn the ropes of showing steer

EDUCATION IN AGRICULTURE isn’t just about book learning. It’s often more about getting your fingers in the soil, your hands on the tractor wheel, and your arms around livestock. It’s more about experiencing what farmers, ranchers, and growers go through to bring good foods to the marketplace.

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