Listen "Preparing for 2026 with Blake Swindle, EVP AgHeritage"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Jennifer interviews Blake Swindle, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of AgHeritage Farm Credit Services. They discuss the current state of the farm economy, particularly focusing on row crop farmers and the challenges they face as they approach the 2026 lending season. Blake shares insights on the history of the Farm Credit system, the importance of financial planning, marketing strategies, and the mental health challenges within the agricultural community. The conversation also touches on lobbying efforts for farmers, navigating financial challenges, and the future outlook for equipment purchases.
More episodes of the podcast Field Good Life
Turn Rows & Truth: Soil Sisters Edition
05/09/2025
From Dairy to Rice with Tim Walker
08/08/2025
Persistent Farmers: Left Off the List
20/06/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.