Farm Credit Services of America

06/02/2026

Tight stocks. Volatile energy markets. Funds heavily net long. The 2026 crop year is shaping up to be one of the widest price ranges we've seen in years for corn and soybeans. Terrain breaks down what producers should be watching – and how to protect margins without giving up upside.

Volatile energy prices, speculative positioning and supply uncertainty for corn and soybeans could lead to a wide range of 2026/27 price outcomes.

05/30/2026

When beef producer Daniel was a student at Kansas State University in the early 2000s, he remembers watching his crop farmer friends adopt variable rate planting and GPS-driven tractors – while ranching stayed largely the same.

“We were basically still doing everything that was done 100 years ago on the ranch.” - Daniel

Today, that’s changing. Virtual fencing and grazing collars are revolutionizing cattle ranching, bringing precision, flexibility, and new opportunities to producers.

This National Beef Month, we celebrate the producers who continue to push the beef industry forward.

05/29/2026

Young people entering agriculture face serious safety and health challenges. That’s why we’re proud to support AgriSafe Network's Invest in Your Health program, which brings practical safety and health education directly into classrooms.

From hearing loss prevention to mental wellness, students gain real-world tools to recognize and reduce risks on farms, ranches, and other ag workplaces.

Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day serves as a reminder that supporting the next generation of ag leaders means supporting their wellbeing, too.

05/28/2026

Summer has arrived, and we’re excited to welcome 29 fresh faces to our 2026 internship program! 🎉

These students join us from 15 colleges across the country and will spend their summer gaining hands-on experience with our business technology, lending, accounting, customer experience, and insurance teams – just to name a few.

Along the way, they’ll grow their skills through career development sessions, connect at industry events, give back through volunteer opportunities, and, of course, have a little fun.

Join us in giving them a warm welcome! 👋

05/27/2026

This National Beef Month, we recognize the beef producers whose work helps feed families, strengthen rural communities, and sustain a reliable food supply across the country.

Today’s cattle market is creating both opportunity and uncertainty, with producers balancing strong cattle prices, rising costs, and decisions that will shape their operations for years to come.

This month, we’re proud to celebrate the resilience and long-term thinking that continue to drive the beef industry forward.

05/26/2026

"It's cool to hear what other young people have going on – and that other people have a lot going on, too. It's not just us."

Emerging producers are finding real value in stepping away from their day-to-day and connecting with others navigating similar challenges, opportunities, and decisions. Side X Side conferences create space for these conversations, helping turn shared experiences into practical ideas producers can take back to their operations.

We have three conferences left this year. Learn more and join the waitlist at the link in the comments.

Registration is open to producers who are 35 years of age or younger, or have been farming for 10 years or less.

05/22/2026

Our offices will be closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

While stress is common in farming, it may be less of an obstacle for those using soil health practices compared to conventional methods.

A 2019 survey from South Dakota State University, in partnership with South Dakota Soil Health Coalition, found that producers using sustainable practices feel more optimistic about their future – and expect to be profitable.

Read more about the survey and see how producers are putting soil health practices to work in our 2025 sustainability report. Link in the comments below.

05/14/2026

Every operation talks about efficiency, but where are farms actually losing money? In our upcoming webinar, we’ll highlight the overlooked decisions, habits, and assumptions that quietly erode profitability. More importantly, we’ll focus on what can realistically be adjusted now – and what can wait – so you can stay focused on what moves the needle. Register to watch live or later: https://bit.ly/4wsLxzW

This webinar will feature Agricultural Economic Insights, LLC co-founders David Widmar and Brent Gloy, and Rod Hartwig, VP of commercial lending.

05/13/2026

Supporting our customer-owners goes beyond financing – it’s also about providing the resources you need to make informed decisions for your operation.

That’s why we offer Terrain as a source of timely insights, delivering perspective on the topics and trends impacting agriculture.

Terrain explores important questions like:
✅ How will interest rates impact farm investments?
✅ Given the market outlook for the next 3 years, is now the time to expand?
✅ How could a shrinking, older global population affect food demand?

By combining agricultural expertise, market outlooks, and economic analysis, our analysts at Terrain help you stay informed and better prepared for what’s ahead.