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Cultivation & Conservation: What Is Sustainability?

2/26/2021

Southeast Georgia farmers David Cromley, JD Newton, and Ryne Brannen each farm cotton and peanuts with their families. All in their 30’s, these farmers are driven to grow the highest quality crops they can, in an environmentally conscious way, that is also sustainable for their farm business to pass down to another generation of farmers. Hear their conversation about sustainability - and why it's critically important.
 

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Farm Loans: What You Need to Know

2/23/2021

Farmers are unique compared to other business owners. Here's what you need to know when looking to obtain credit. 

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AgSouth Announces 2021 Farmers Market Grant

2/8/2021

AgSouth Marketing Director Christy Smith announces the 2021 Farmers Market Grant application dates and deadlines. 
 

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What Is The Future Of Your Farm Ownership?

1/12/2021

You’ve probably got several New Year’s Resolutions – but we can bet that “develop a farm succession plan” isn’t one of them! Succession planning may not be the most exciting thing your family has ever done together, but it may be one of the most important. Do you family and your farm a favor - start the farm transition process soon! 
 

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Veteran Marine Corps Aviator Pursues Dream of Farming in Orangeburg, South Carolina

11/11/2020

From Dillon County, South Carolina to Vietnam and beyond. Learn how this Marine Corps Aviator Veteran made his dream of flying and farming come true. 
 

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Land Loan FAQs: Who do you serve?

11/3/2020

This edition of our FAQ Land Series covers the common question of who exactly our customers are at AgSouth Farm Credit. 
 

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Record Keeping Can Help Make Your Farm Successful Now

10/22/2020

While record-keeping may not be the most fulfilling part of your job as a farmer, it is one of the most beneficial and essential tasks you will do for your operation. Here is how record-keeping can help you start making good farm decisions today!
 

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Water Irrigation and Agriculture

8/6/2020

Why do farmers irrigate and what are cover crops? We interviewed two Georgia farmers about water use and got answers to some commonly asked questions. 

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Understanding Farm Financials Part 2

7/7/2020

Whether you’re coming back to the family farm or starting up your own operation, understanding the business side of farming can be hard. In part 1, we discussed balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow. In this article, we talk about the ratios that tell the story of how financially healthy your farm is.

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Understanding Farm Financials Part 1

6/30/2020

Whether you’re coming back to the family farm or starting up your own operation, understanding the business side of farming can be hard. Part 1 of our series walks you through filling out a balance sheet and income statement. Article includes a downloadable financial health assessment worksheet. 

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Pasture to Pantry Operation in Walterboro, South Carolina

4/14/2020

This Walterboro, South Carolina couple loves a good challenge. Learn how they adapted their childhood farm dream in the midst of disaster and how they continue to welcome change in their organic farming operation.
 

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AgSouth Announces Record Breaking Patronage Distribution

3/31/2020

STATESBORO, Ga. (March 31, 2020) – AgSouth Farm Credit CEO Pat Calhoun announced that the customer-owned cooperative is distributing $39 million in profits from 2019 to its member-borrowers, the highest return in over 30 years of the Association’s patronage distribution.
 

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Patronage: A Cooperative Benefit

3/26/2020

What is patronage and how is it determined at AgSouth? Chief Executive Officer Pat Calhoun answers these questions and more. 

 

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2020 Farmers Market Grant Winners

3/19/2020

STATESBORO, GA – March 19, 2020: AgSouth Farm Credit Marketing Director Christy Smith has released the names of the recipients of AgSouth’s Think Outside the Store® farmers market grant. The Association is distributing $25,000 in grant funds to local markets throughout AgSouth’s territory to use for advertising and promotion.
 

 

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AgSouth Announces $25,000 in Grants to Farmers Markets

2/3/2020

STATESBORO, GA. (February 3, 2020): AgSouth Farm Credit Marketing Director Christy Smith announced today that the cooperative has once again set aside $25,000 to help community-based farmers markets promote their markets during 2020.

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