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In the heart of agricultural ambitions lies Cherry Hill Farms, a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the invaluable support of Farm Credit.

Spotlight: Cherry Hill Farms

From Cherry Hill Road in Mocksville, North Carolina, Holly and Justin Miller, high school sweethearts, embarked on their farming journey in 2014 with a vision fueled by a passion for agriculture and the goal to see their product from start to finish.
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The Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina Donate Over $60,000 to Support Local Youth in Agriculture

The Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina Donate Over $60,000 to Support Local Youth in Agriculture

STATESVILLE, NC (February 20, 2025) – AgSouth Farm Credit and AgCarolina Farm Credit are pleased to announce the fundraising results from the 2024 Pull for Youth sporting clays events. These events raised over $60,000 to benefit local NC 4-H and NC FFA chapters. The 2024 event marked the eighth annual Pull for Youth event.
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Matthew and Leslie Alexander are humble and grateful they get to raise their boys Jake (10), William (8) and Reid (5) in their little piece of paradise. Outside of Lyons, Georgia, take a drive out of town, down a dirt road, onto a winding gravel driveway through pine trees to find a beautiful, secluded 30 acres.

Spotlight: The Alexander Family

Matthew and Leslie Alexander are humble and grateful they get to raise their boys Jake (10), William (8) and Reid (5) in their little piece of paradise. Their journey, however, has required patience and sacrifice. Outside of Lyons, Georgia, take a drive out of town, down a dirt road, onto a winding gravel driveway through pine trees to find a beautiful, secluded 30 acres.
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Construction to Permanent FAQs

The Best Answers to Your Construction to Permanent Loan Questions

Want to build your home? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about our Construction to Permanent Loan Programs. Learn about down payments, term options, barndominiums, out of pocket fees and more.
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AgSouth Farm Credit is proud to have hosted 14 participants in the 2024 AgBiz Program, culminating in the AgBiz Conference in Raleigh, NC.

AgSouth’s AgBiz Class of 2024 Graduates, Showcasing Future Agricultural Leaders

1/22/2025
STATESVILLE, NC – AgSouth Farm Credit is proud to have hosted 14 participants in the 2024 AgBiz Program, culminating in the AgBiz Conference in Raleigh, NC.
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AgSouth Farm Credit recently awarded 43 grants totaling nearly $200,000 to local non-profit organizations for the 2024-2025 Growing Our Communities Grant program.

AgSouth Awards Nearly $200,000 in Grants to Local Community Organizations

STATESVILLE, NC – AgSouth Farm Credit recently awarded 43 grants totaling nearly $200,000 to local non-profit organizations for the 2024-2025 Growing Our Communities Grant program. The grant recipients were selected from 187 grant applications received across Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
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AgSouth Welcomes Morgan Willis as Loan Officer

12/16/2024
Statesville, NC.: (December 6, 2024): AgSouth Farm Credit Regional Lending Manager Mark Robertson has announced that he is excited to have Morgan Willis at AgSouth as the newest Loan Officer in the Conover, NC branch office. Morgan will serve farmers serviced by the Conover branch and will be serving Catawba County.
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Land for Sale: Whitetail Properties Real Estate

Land for Sale: Whitetail Properties Real Estate

12/6/2024
This month we are partnering with Whitetail Properties Real Estate to highlight four beautiful properties for sale in South Carolina.
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Land for Sale: Mossy Oak Properties

Land for Sale: Mossy Oak Properties

8/14/2024
This month we are partnering with Mossy Oak Properties - Land and Farms Realty to highlight five beautiful properties for sale in North Carolina.
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AgSouth Farm Credit Announces 2024 Board of Director Runoff Election Results

AgSouth Farm Credit Announces 2024 Board of Director Runoff Election Results

STATESVILLE, NC (December 3, 2024) – AgSouth Farm Credit CEO Vance Dalton announces Kenneth “Neal” Bennett as the winner of the 2024 Board of Director Runoff Election.
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Nestled in the scenic landscape of Hendersonville, North Carolina, Jeter Mountain Farm stands as a testament to both the beauty of agritourism and the strength of meaningful partnerships.

Spotlight: Jeter Mountain Farms

Founded by Tyler and Jared Hunsader, the farm has grown from a humble plot of land into a thriving 400-acre operation known for its diverse range of products and engaging farm experience such as their U-Pick Orchards, Smokehouse, and their very own Cider company.
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AgSouth Farm Credit Distributes $30 Million to Members and $250,000 to Relief Efforts in Wake of Hurricane Helene Devastation

AgSouth Farm Credit Distributes $30 Million to Members and $250,000 to Relief Efforts in Wake of Hurricane Helene Devastation

11/13/2024
Hurricane Helene caused overwhelming devastation in portions of AgSouth Farm Credit’s region of Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Homes and farm structures have been destroyed, orchards and crops have been devastated, and the greatest tragedy is lives have been lost. AgSouth CEO and President Vance Dalton comments, “We are committed to standing alongside you as you navigate through this difficult time of cleanup and recovery.”
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AgSouth Welcomes Carson Ward as Loan Officer

11/7/2024
Statesville, NC.: (November 7, 2024): AgSouth Farm Credit Regional Lending Manager Ryan Bledsoe has announced that he is excited to have Carson Ward at AgSouth as the newest Loan Officer in the Rural Hall, NC branch office.
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So you want to start a farm business? Maybe you want to turn your side hobby in to a second career. Or maybe you grew up on your grandparents farm and feel a pull to go back to your roots. Whatever your motivation to start a farm or agritourism business, you might not know where to start. This guide can help.

Ready to Grow? How to Start a Farm with this Essential Guide

So you want to start a farm business? Maybe you want to turn your side hobby in to a second career. Or maybe you grew up on your grandparents farm and feel a pull to go back to your roots. Whatever your motivation to start a farm or agritourism business, you might not know where to start. This guide can help.
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Understanding Underwriting and Loan Approval

Understand the Underwriting Process: The 5 Cs of Credit

One of the first things all lenders learn and use to make loan decisions are the “Five C's of Credit : Character, Conditions, Capital, Capacity, and Collateral."
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