Farm Credit System

Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first Farm Credit loan in 1917! For more than 100 years, Farm Credit has supported customers with consistent and reliable credit and financial services, through good times and bad.

109 years ago today, the first Farm Credit loan was made. We are here for the long haul, supporting our customer-owners over the years with consistent credit and reliable service.

During Stress Awareness Month and beyond, Farm Credit recognizes the importance of addressing the severe impact stress and mental health challenges can have on rural communities. Farm Credit Council President and CEO Christy Seyfert joined Farmers Grain Co. of Dorans to discuss the significance of supporting producers and rural Americans, and the free, flexible resources Farm Credit offers to help them navigate farm stress. Read the full interview here 🔗 doransfarmers.com/story-farm-cre…

From 4‑H to agricultural policy leadership, Christy Seyfert, President and CEO of Farm Credit Council, shares how land‑grant universities like @universityofga helped shape her career: agisamerica.org/growing-togeth… @FarmCredit @UGA_CollegeofAg

Farm Credit works to bring mental health 'Out of the Shadows' agweek.com/agribusiness/f…

Proud to support these stellar students!

Supporting American agriculture means supporting its people first. Stress and mental health challenges have an outsized impact in rural communities, which often lack the tools to address these issues. Farm Credit has partnered with several organizations to provide free, flexible resources for rural communities across the country. Visit farmcredit.com to learn more.

🌱 Investing in the future of ag starts early. We’re proud to support the new Tates Creek Middle School greenhouse—hands-on learning in agriscience, sustainability & food production, empowering future ag leaders. Learn more👉 bit.ly/4cna7Kx #AgEducation #CommunityImpact

We wish you a Happy Easter!

From financing new rural infrastructure projects to helping farms recover from extreme weather events, Farm Credit is committed to serving farmers, ranchers and rural America through good times and bad.

Across America, young, beginning and small farmers are stepping into an increasingly complex agricultural landscape. Farm Credit has long recognized that these producers need more than financing to succeed, and is committed to offering specialized resources and services tailored to support their success. Read the first of our new blog series spotlighting stories from young, beginning and small farmers, and how they're leveraging Farm Credit tools to grow: farmcredit.com/news/empowerin…

@FarmBureau Proud to support this competition!

Innovation is at the heart of farming and ranching. Showcase your innovations in the #AgInnovationChallenge and compete for startup funds.👇 ✅ #AgInnovationChallenge Winner: $100k ✅ #AgInnovationChallenge Runner-Up: $25k ✅ #AgInnovationChallenge Final Four: Each Awarded $10k Applications close June 5. Apply TODAY for the #AgInnovationChallenge, in partnership with @farmcredit: bit.ly/4v5huxJ

Thank you to @SenPeterWelch, Your efforts have been instrumental in introducing this important legislation in the Senate.

Wonderful teaming up with @SenPeterWelch on the FARM Home Loans Act. It’s a strong step forward to providing access to over 230,000 West Virginians so they can have a real shot at owning a home. Let’s make the American dream more attainable!

Farm Credit wishes you peace and joy on this first day of Passover!

Thank you to @SenPeterWelch, @JimJustice_WV, @SenAdamSchiff and @SenHydeSmith for sponsoring the bipartisan FARM Home Loans Act of 2026, which will improve access to mortgage credit in rural America. This bill will allow Farm Credit to serve homebuyers in communities of up to 10,000 people, allowing more families to put down roots in our rural communities. Read more here: nbcnews.com/politics/congr…

Lauren Palmer is driven by two things: her love for the land and her love of people. She partnered with @farmcreditmid to launch Bloomsbury Farm, which grows 400 acres of fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs to sell at farmers' markets and through a Community Supported Agriculture subscription program.

What looks like a single hive can impact up to 17,000 acres. That’s the power of pollination and the work behind Honey Bees Unlimited. Their full story coming soon.

Only 17% of producers at our 2026 @ComClassic panel had both a complete succession plan and a clear leadership structure in place – a gap that can leave many families stressed about the future. Attendees also shared their top questions: ➡️ How do I get my parents to build a succession plan? ➡️ When should my son/daughter start making decisions? Our recorded session, “Legacy in Action: Leading and Planning for the Future of Your Farm,” dives into these concerns and offers guidance on how to move your operation forward for the next generation. Watch the full session – link in replies.