Ag Industry Trends & Outlooks

Getting a loan application ready can be daunting and puzzling. But you don’t need to know all the answers. Lenders, like Farm Credit East, can provide resources and guidance to assist you in determining if a loan is the best answer for you and what you will need to apply and qualify for one. 

At Thanksgiving, we give thanks for many things. We are thankful for our families, loved ones and the food we sit down to share as we celebrate the holiday — along with the Northeast producers who will make our Thanksgiving meal possible.

This webinar led by hosted by Agri-Mark, guest speaker Heather LaPierre, Grant Coordinator for Farm Credit East, helps listeners identify their “grant readiness,” provides insight on what makes a competitive grant application, and addresses frequently asked questions as agribusinesses consider pursuing grant funding.

Between rate increases, tightening inventories, market volatility and the rising cost of inputs, the agricultural equipment and financing landscape is entering a distinctly different environment following years of unprecedented demand and high farm profitability. As we head into year-end, here are the major themes and factors impacting machinery purchases, financing activity and overall buyer sentiment.