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China’s threat to impose hefty tariffs on dozens of U.S. imports could weaken demand for soybeans, pork and other agricultural products. Here's what that could mean for farmers, ranchers and the banks that lend to them.
April 4 -
The Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp. reported significant gains in new business volume, but also realized a big jump in 90-day delinquencies.
March 9 -
Farmer Mac has terminated President and CEO Timothy Buzby for violating company policies not related to its financial and business performance.
December 7 -
Farmer Mac's second-quarter net earnings increased 46% year-over-year, driven by a boost in net interest income that was enhanced by its growing loan and securities portfolio.
August 9 -
Mexico's decision to reduce imports of soybean meal, corn and chicken has put more pressure on certain farmers, while creating another situation for lenders to monitor.
June 27 -
Farmer Mac's third-quarter net income increased 95% to $16.4 million over the same period one year ago due to a $5.4 million increase in the fair value of financial derivatives.
November 9 -
A new Rural Housing Service construction-to-permanent loan program is garnering strong interest from lenders and builders who see it as a much-needed opportunity.
October 20 -
It's been a tough year for farmers, and lenders are looking for ways to help those borrowers offset sagging income.
October 7 -
The Rural Housing Service has quietly launched a new construction loan program designed to increase the availability of new homes in rural areas.
September 28 -
Farmer Mac posted lower net income than during the second quarter of 2015 on a loss on financial derivatives and hedging activities.
August 9