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Breakthrough agricultural loan rewards farmers for environmental stewardship
Published: July 19, 2023 by Maggie Monast
In 2022, global farmer-to-farmer network and ag tech company Farmers Business Network® launched a new incentive program for farm operating loans.
Continue ReadingManaging climate change risks at agricultural finance institutions
Two reports focused on climate change impacts on agriculture finance institutions published by Environmental Defense Fund and Deloitte.
Continue ReadingAgricultural banks expect climate change to pose financial risks. Here are five strategies to help them adapt.
A new guide offers five strategies for agricultural finance institutions to manage climate risks and act on climate opportunities.
Continue ReadingMethane Emissions in Animal Agriculture
Reducing methane is one of the fastest ways to slow global warming, and a critical part of avoiding the worst consequences of climate change.
Continue ReadingMajor banks are setting climate targets. What the agricultural finance sector needs to know.
Published: December 13, 2022 by Vincent Gauthier
The Banking for Impact on Climate in Agriculture initiative published a guide for banks to set net zero GHG emissions targets for ag loan portfolios.
Continue ReadingFarmers see value in agriculture loans that reward stewardship
Published: October 14, 2022 by Maggie Monast
This farm loan includes a rebate for farmers who achieve climate and water quality benchmarks established by EDF.
Continue ReadingFarm Credit CEOs discuss emerging opportunities to finance resilient agriculture
Published: May 18, 2021 by Maggie Monast
Executive-level engagement on climate resilience will be essential for agricultural lenders to meet the needs of farmers.
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