Wednesday, October 22, 2026
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
From Washington policy decisions to Main Street lending activity, the forces shaping agriculture are increasingly interconnected. Understanding how those dynamics influence producer behavior, credit demand, and lending opportunities is critical in today's environment.
Join Farmer Mac business leaders and economists Jackson Takach and Blaine Nelson for an engaging and insightful discussion on the economic forces shaping agriculture today. From macroeconomic trends and policy developments to farm financial performance, credit availability, and loan demand, they'll explore the key drivers influencing producers, lenders, and the rural economy.
Combining data-driven analysis with practical perspectives from the front lines of agricultural finance, Jackson and Blaine will separate signal from noise, challenge conventional wisdom, and discuss what matters most for the months ahead. Expect thoughtful insights, candid conversation, and a few laughs along the way.
Whether you're working to grow loan volume, deepen customer relationships, or navigate an evolving credit environment, you'll leave with actionable insights into the economic forces shaping borrower behavior, credit demand, and agricultural lending opportunities. From the outlook for farm income and interest rates to the key trends influencing producer decision-making, this session will help you better understand the challenges and opportunities likely to define agricultural finance in the year ahead.
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