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"I’ve dealt with many different lenders in my 39 year career, and I can say without reservation that American AgCredit is peerless. They’re conservative, responsive, resourceful and there when you need them – first class all the way."
- Richard Arrowood
Arrowood Winery and Vineyards
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Being in the tree business – whether nuts, citrus, fruits or avocado – can be a challenge, and you need a lender who knows those challenges as well as you do. Market fluctuations, weather issues, rising costs and export competition can all impact your operation, but where other lenders might leave you holding the bag, we’ve worked to make flexible financing products to help you weather any storm. For over 90 years, we’ve made it our business to understand the unique aspects of running an orchard operation.
California’s citrus market has been in transition for several years now but remains strong. Smaller operations face rising costs for insurance, workers compensation, utilities, fees and licenses, making it harder to show a good profit and all citrus growers were affected by the devastating freeze.
Almond and Walnut growers in the Central Valley/Stockton areas are seeing good returns with California holding 78% of the world almond market. Walnut consumption is up with the renewed emphasis on the health benefits, even though weather conditions have reduced some crops.
Whatever the challenges may be for your orchard operation, you need a financial partner who understands your business and agricultural cycles and can provide you stability and a wide range of financial products and services. From Operating Loans and Lines of Credit to Lease Products, we have the expertise to help you manage your growing operation.
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