How FSA Farm Loans Can Help You

Buying a farm is a big decision. Whether you want to commercially raise poultry, dairy cows, cattle, or produce one of many crops is a big decision. You’ll probably need a loan to help get you started. That’s where the Farm Service Agency (FSA) and knowledgeable lenders like First Financial Bank come in – to assist family farmers like you.

What is an FSA Farm Loan?

The Farm Service Agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) mission is to “equitably serve all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans.”

View From the Cab

The anticipation of harvest is almost always followed by a mid-season period of "Are we done yet?" DTN's View From the Cab farmers were feeling the push this week as the dance to bring in harvest included sidestepping weather, equipment glitches and full elevators.

In northwest Missouri near Tina, Zachary (Zach) Grossman had switched back to picking corn this week as the farm's few remaining soybean acres proved difficult to harvest following small rain events.

"We can't really complain about the harvest conditions we've had so far, and I'm amazed by the resiliency we've seen in the crop yields," said Grossman.

Taco Tuesday Soup

Ingredients

1 tbsp. canola oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 tbsp. taco seasoning
1 lb. ground beef
Kosher salt
2 c. low-sodium beef broth
1 (15-oz.) can fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (15-oz.) can pinto beans, drained, rinsed
1 (15-oz.) can sweet corn
1 c. sour cream
3 tbsp. Tajín
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Shredded cheddar and tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

In a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, add taco seasoning, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Cook beef, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes; season with salt.
Add broth, tomatoes, beans, and corn and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced and thickened, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix sour cream and Tajín until combined.
Divide soup among bowls. Top with cilantro, a dollop of sour cream-Tajín, and cheddar. Serve with chips alongside.

Come See Us!

We plan on attending the following shows in 2023 and hope to see you there!

Farm & Ranch Show Schedule 2023:

November 10-12-Alaska Food & Wine Festival

November 30-WIN Expo

December 12-14 Western Alfalfa & Forage Symposium