A farm budget can help farmers navigate this constant decision-making and weigh alternative options to increase farm revenue. It also allows farmers to meet short- and long-term operational goals and effectively forecast for their farm’s future.

If you’re a farmer who rents the land you operate on, the decision of whether to continue renting or purchase farm land is likely never too far from your mind.  How do you know when the time is right to make the change?

Knowing your yields and the investments you made on inputs to achieve those yields will not only put you on the path for success, it will also help your farm’s marketing strategy.

Understanding the difference between fixed and variable rates will help farmers in the market for farm land loans.

A right-hand farm employee is often worth the investment. Determining an hourly wage or annual salary for a farmhand can be complex, though, as there are several factors to consider, including your own budget.

Retirement may affect a farmer’s personal finances as well as the family business’ finances and estate planning. The FBN Finance team is ready to help position farmers for success today and into the future.

Learn the pros and cons of FSA loans, seller financing, commercial loans, and Farmland Capital.

With a Farmers First® mindset at the forefront of everything we do, FBN Finance strives to be as transparent as possible about the appraisal process so you know what to expect when partnering with our team for your land financing.