Farm Loans

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USDA Provides Payments of Nearly $800 Million in Assistance to Help Keep Farmers Farming

October 19, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act includes a total $3.1 billion in assistance for distressed farm loan borrowers whose operations face financial risk.

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Getting Your Start on the Farm or Ranch with USDA Farm Service Agency Webinar

February 24, 2022
Learn more about the USDA Farm Service Agency's unique loan options for farmers and ranchers.

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KC Federal Reserve Chart of farm loan volume by purpose for the third quarter of 2018.

Nebraska Cropland Rental Rates and Financial Trends 2019

January 9, 2019
Nebraska producers will face challenging margins on crops produced in 2019. This article, part of the 2019 Crop Production Clinic Proceedings, covers current trends in cash rental rates and outlines financial considerations for the upcoming production year.

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December Farm Finance and Ag Law Clinics

December 4, 2017
Register in advance for these confidential, one-on-one consultations with ag financial and legal experts.

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Workshops on Ag Liens, Loans and Leases at 2 Sites this Month

November 20, 2017
A new workshop — "Ag Liens, Loans, and Leases" — will be held at two sites in mid-December to help farmers assessing these aspects of their farm operation and management.

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Strengthening Nebraska's Agricultural Economy. Links to full article 'A Checklist for Farm/Ranch Debt Workout'

A Checklist for Farm/Ranch Debt Workout

March 14, 2017
Some Nebraska producers may be feeling a financial crunch and considering some unfamiliar options to manage their debt. For those negotiating a workout agreement with their creditor or creditors to restructure debt under challenging financial circumstances, the author lists several points to consider.

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Figure 1. A trained mediator can be an important tool in helping two sides come together to avoid foreclosure and bankruptcy.

Nebraska Farm Credit Mediation

March 9, 2017
This year's historic weather events and low commodity prices are taking a financial toll on many farm operations and agribusinesses. Consider whether farm credit mediation, explained here, may offer an alternative to avoid loan foreclosure or bankruptcy.

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Considering Ag Refinancing Options

February 28, 2017

In today's tight agricultural economy, a lender may require you to provide additional loan collateral—including land—as a condition for receiving continued operating credit. For example, if your carryover operating debt is $160,000, the lender might suggest moving the loan onto some land, machinery, or other property that is clear of debt.

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