Through targeted investments in people, programs and partnerships, Farm Credit Mid-America is helping shape the future of agriculture and rural communities, as outlined in its 2025 Impact Report.
The report details how more than $4 million in funding is advancing young and beginning farmers, expanding access to resources and strengthening rural communities across Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio and Tennessee.
Beyond financing, the report highlights a continued focus on equipping producers with the tools, education and connections needed to build resilient operations and support vibrant rural economies.
“Our cooperative principles are more important than ever, and this year’s Impact Report shows what’s possible when people and communities come together around a shared purpose,” said Heather Vidourek, chief administrative officer at Farm Credit Mid-America. “Through collaboration, education and strategic investment, we’re strengthening rural communities, supporting producers and helping build a resilient future for agriculture.”
Driving Measurable Impact
Key outcomes from 2025 include:
- $4+ million invested in programs across the cooperative’s six-state footprint
- $1.59 million supporting youth, college students, and young and beginning farmers
- $2.44 million strengthening rural communities and agricultural initiatives
- Support for next-generation ag leaders:
- 56 youth programs supported
- More than $511,000 awarded through scholarships, on-campus programs and experiential learning
- Young and beginning farmer access to capital and education:
- 425 loans totaling $88.8 million through the Growing Forward® program
- $239,000 reimbursed in FSA loan guarantee fees
- 250 participants in Know to Grow® seminars
- Food security and community support:
- 180,000 meals supplemented and $192,500 contributed to food bank partners
- More than 1.6 million pounds of food collected and $436,500 awarded through Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer over five years
Investing in What’s Next
The report also features customer and community stories that illustrate how producers are adapting, implementing stewardship practices and building resilient operations for future generations.
Together, these efforts reflect Farm Credit Mid-America’s ongoing commitment to strengthening agriculture and rural communities for the long term.
