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Young & Beginning Farmers

Access expert resources for young and beginning farmers. Learn strategies for starting, financing, and growing a successful farm operation from the ground up.

Nov 25, 2025 – Company News

Susan Miller Named 2025 Community of Excellence Award Recipient by Farm Credit Mid-America

Lincoln County, Kentucky farmer honored for her leadership in food access, youth development and building a more resilient agricultural future
Feb 4, 2025 – Community News

Innovative Dairy Farming: Emily's Journey to Modernize and Inspire

Okeana dairy farmer is advancing the industry and advocating for ag.
Jan 23, 2025 – Company News

Emily Mullen Honored with Farm Credit Mid-America’s Forward Thinker Award

4th-generation farmer recognized as the 2024 Forward Thinker for leadership and innovation in modernizing family’s dairy operation.
Sep 30, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

Making a Childhood Poem a Reality

Jordan's third-generation family farm is a key part of his “simple, yet rewarding life.”
Aug 19, 2024 – Community News

A Student’s Journey to the World of Agriculture and Farm Credit Mid-America

Fort Valley State University student, Jonathan Allen, finds his place in the world of agriculture through Farm Credit Mid-America.
Aug 12, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

Honoring a Farming Legacy as First-Generation Farmers

Brandon and Lauren Robey find the support they need after taking over a family friend’s farm.
Jul 15, 2024 – Community News

Farm Credit Mid-America Recognizes Local Agritourism Owner for Community Excellence

Ashley Brooks of Ruby’s Happy Farm Sets New Standards in Agritourism by Emphasizing Education, Sustainability, and Community Engagement
Jun 28, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

Cultivating the Family Farm With Growing Forward

Brandon Henning, a young farmer from Kentucky, continues the family tradition while preparing for the farm’s future.
May 7, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

Finding Purpose in the Challenges of Farming

After beginning his career in engineering, Devin Leas discovered his true dream was to become a full-time farmer.
Apr 16, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

First-Time Farmer Loans: Growing Forward Makes a Difference for Young Farmer

Young farmer Tom gains the tools to grow his operation with the help of Farm Credit Mid-America’s Growing Forward Program that offers First-Time Farmer Loans and other benefits.
Mar 4, 2024 – Community News

FFA Makes a Difference Across Generations

FFA and agricultural education set two generations on the path to success in agriculture.
Feb 2, 2024 – Cooperative Stories

Middle School Teacher Finds Passion and Purpose on the Farm

Derrick uses his passion for educating and agriculture to educate students about the care and work that goes into raising commercial hogs.
Jan 31, 2024 – Company News

Farm Credit Mid-America Recognizes Derrick Stalbaum With Annual Forward Thinker Award

Medaryville farmer honored as a young and beginning farmer advancing the agriculture industry.
Jan 31, 2024 – Company News

Farm Credit Mid-America Presents Finis Stribling III With Annual Community Excellence Award

Nashville-based professional honored for serving new, beginning and small farmers
Jul 3, 2023 – Cooperative Stories

Growing Outside the Box

4th generation dairy farmer finds support for growth and innovation in Farm Credit Mid-America
Mar 16, 2022 – Community News

Marissa & Travis Hake Honored with Forward Thinker Award from Farm Credit Mid-America

Marissa and Travis Hake of Edon, Ohio are the recipients of Farm Credit Mid-America’s inaugural Forward Thinker Award.
Feb 21, 2022 – Community News

Legacy and Heritage in Agriculture

New partnership helps beginning farmers find their path
Feb 3, 2020 – Customer Stories

Tackling Production Agriculture Head On

A young farmer in Indiana tackles the status quo of production agriculture.

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Young & Beginning Farmers

Susan Miller Named 2025 Community of Excellence Award Recipient by Farm Credit Mid-America

Innovative Dairy Farming: Emily's Journey to Modernize and Inspire

Emily Mullen Honored with Farm Credit Mid-America’s Forward Thinker Award

Making a Childhood Poem a Reality

A Student’s Journey to the World of Agriculture and Farm Credit Mid-America

Honoring a Farming Legacy as First-Generation Farmers

Farm Credit Mid-America Recognizes Local Agritourism Owner for Community Excellence

Cultivating the Family Farm With Growing Forward

Finding Purpose in the Challenges of Farming

First-Time Farmer Loans: Growing Forward Makes a Difference for Young Farmer

FFA Makes a Difference Across Generations

Middle School Teacher Finds Passion and Purpose on the Farm

Farm Credit Mid-America Recognizes Derrick Stalbaum With Annual Forward Thinker Award

Farm Credit Mid-America Presents Finis Stribling III With Annual Community Excellence Award

Growing Outside the Box

Marissa & Travis Hake Honored with Forward Thinker Award from Farm Credit Mid-America

Legacy and Heritage in Agriculture

Tackling Production Agriculture Head On

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