The fall corn harvest was and is one of my most favorite times of year. The acres of young seedlings have grown tall and are now reaching the optimum point of harvest as either forage for livestock or...
As a loan officer, one question that I help answer on a daily basis is, “I’m new to Farm Credit. What do I need to do to apply for a loan?” What seems like a fairly straightforward question can be...
Oftentimes new and first-time homebuyers make the mistake of rushing out to buy things to fill their new home with as soon as the seller accepts their offer, however there are still major hurdles to...
Planning to build your dream home? Whether you're ready to break ground soon or a few years down the road, it's never too early to start considering your financing options. Regardless of the timeline...
Ready to start building your dream home? Acquiring construction financing and navigating a lengthy build can be a daunting, especially for first-time homebuilders. To ease the process, we compiled a...
A key decision homebuilders must make in the planning stage of their build is selecting a general contractor. The contractor can make or break a new home build so it is important you select the best...
Shelter is one of those words that instantly brings to mind a sense of comfort and safety. It can be a physical place or an action to provide protection from the storms of life.
Job Title: Consumer Processor Location: Oakland Branch Tenure: 40 years Tell us about your pets. I have a Jack Russell Terrier named Rosie, and she rules the house. What is your favorite song or...
By: Madison Swope, Maddie Moore, Katie Miltenberger and Morgan Scofield Q: What individual and group projects have you worked on this summer while interning for farm credit of the virginias (FCV)? "I...
Change is inevitable, but lately it feels like everything is in flux– especially interest rates. For the last several years, borrowers have benefited from historically low interest rates for both...
Understanding Farm Transition Planning You may have heard the term Farm Transition Planning or Farm Succession Planning and were wondering what it’s all about. Farm Transition Planning is a hot topic...
Job title: Credit Manager Location: Verona Operations Center Tenure: 20 years Briefly describe your involvement in 4-H. I was involved with the Willing Workers 4-H Club where I participated in various...
Job Title: Regional Sales & Lending Manager Location: Rocky Mount Branch Tenure: 20 years Briefly describe your involvement in FFA, now or previously. I was active in my Nokesville, Va. FFA Chapter...
The 2022-23 year was monumental for Virginia FFA. From hosting the inaugural Blue Carpet Gala to braving through the great Goodwill Tour, or even trying something new with Rhett Laubach on the public...
