Session Descriptions

Appraisal Roundtable Discussions

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

This interactive roundtable is designed specifically for Farm Credit appraisers to engage in open dialogue around the unique challenges, opportunities, and solutions shaping rural appraisal today. The session will encourage collaborative discussion on emerging trends, regulatory developments, risk considerations, and appraisal best practices across the Farm Credit System. With a focus on real-world application and peer exchange, participants will help drive the conversation—sharing insights, asking questions, and learning from one another in a dynamic, discussion-based setting. Come ready to contribute and connect.

Learner Outcomes:

1. Identify and discuss current trends impacting agricultural land values and rural property appraisals across the Farm Credit System.
2. Evaluate the role of appraisal in supporting sound credit decisions and managing collateral risk in agricultural lending.
3. Exchange practical strategies for navigating regulatory expectations, appraisal reviews, and corporate performance objectives.
4. Engage with peers to share insights, ask questions, and strengthen professional networks within the Farm Credit appraisal community.