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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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2020 Annual Meeting Going Virtual

6/25/2020

Statesboro, Ga. (June 25, 2020): AgSouth announced today that the 2020 Annual Meeting is going virtual this year. Members can attend the meeting via teleconference, and eligible voting stockholders will have the chance to vote by mail-in ballot or online. 

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AgSouth Farm Credit Distributes an Additional $8 Million in Profits to Borrowers

6/18/2020

STATESBORO, Ga. (June 18, 2020) – AgSouth Farm Credit CEO Pat Calhoun announced that the customer-owned cooperative is distributing $8 million in special patronage this month. This is in addition to the record-breaking $39 million distribution received by the cooperative’s members earlier this year.

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Land Loans: Understanding Closing Costs

6/9/2020

Whether you’re new to borrowing or just need a refresh on closing costs, you may want to know what to expect throughout the process. We're here to help!
 

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AgSouth Farm Credit Contributes $15,000 to Food Initiatives

6/3/2020

STATESBORO, Ga (June 3, 2020) – AgSouth Farm Credit announced they will contribute $15,000 in total to Department of Agriculture divisions in South Carolina and Georgia in light of the effects of COVID-19 on the agriculture and farming communities.
 

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Buying Timberland: Cash or Finance?

5/28/2020

The Farm Credit Assocations of Georgia discuss the pros and cons of paying cash or financing your next big timber purchase. 
 

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Understanding the Underwriting Process: The 5 Cs of Credit

5/27/2020

What is underwriting and what does it have to do with loan approval? We dive in to the 5 C's of Credit and how they may affect your approval and loan terms. 
 

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Coronavirus Update: Normal Staffing Resumes May 26

5/22/2020

Statesboro, Ga. (May 22, 2020):  AgSouth has remained fully operational during the pandemic with most of it's staff working remotely. Chief Executive Officer Pat Calhoun announces today that branches will return to normal staffing levels on-site across our 24 branch offices.
 

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Land for Sale by Colliers International South Carolina

5/19/2020

Don't miss out on these recreational properties for sale in South Carolina by guest blogger, Ryan McCue with Colliers International South Carolina. Includes tracts perfect for fishing, hunting, and potentional home sites. 
 

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Land Loans: How to Do a Balance Sheet

5/12/2020

We explain the why and how behind filling out a balance sheet when getting a land loan. Article includes a balance sheet template. 
 

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5 Tips for Making the Most of Your Rural Land Investment

5/5/2020

Here are 5 things you should be doing as you consider buying a piece of rural land for investment purposes or other future plans. 
 

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Land Loans: Why Do I Need Flood Insurance?

4/28/2020

Who determines if you need flood insurance and what kind of structures are required to be covered? We discuss this and more. 
 

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Land Loans: FAQ on Getting Pre-qualified

4/21/2020

We answer all of your frequently asked questions on getting pre-qualified including benefits, what's on the form, and the difference between a pre-qualification and an application.
 

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Land for Sale by United Country True South Properties

4/16/2020

Don't miss out on these properties for sale in South Carolina by guest blogger, United Country True South Properties. Includes an Edisto River historic farm, a recreational farm estate and more!
 

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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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