Banker-Speak For Beginning Farmers

By
Jodi Henke
Jodi Henke

Jodi Henke was the writer and host of the Successful Farming/Living the Country Life National Radio programs and producer of the Successful Farming podcasts. Occasionally she writes an article and produces photography for Successful Farming magazine.

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Published on January 6, 2020
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Most beginning farmers need to borrow money for their operation. Understand your lending options, the financing process and how to communicate with your lender.

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