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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.
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Managing 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.
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Agricultural 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.
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Methane Emissions in Animal Agriculture
Published: January 17, 2023 by Katie Anderson
Reducing methane is one of the fastest ways to slow global warming, and a critical part of avoiding the worst consequences of climate change.
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Major 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.
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Farmers 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.
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Farm 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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