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After 12 years of service, including as Chairman, Wayne Simmons concludes his tenure on the Farm Credit of Florida Board, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership and support for agriculture.
Farm Credit of Florida shares 2026 election results, welcoming elected board and nominating committee members dedicated to supporting Florida agriculture.
Get to know Jake Pendergrass, a Commercial Lender dedicated to supporting your agricultural goals with practical experience, trusted relationships, and a deep commitment to the future of farming.
Farm Credit of Florida shares its 2025 patronage and cooperative results, highlighting member-owner benefits, financial performance, and cooperative value.
Discover how Farm Credit of Florida’s $15 million patronage return reflects the value of cooperative, member‑owned agricultural financing across Florida.
Farm Credit of Florida celebrated community at our Okeechobee Customer Appreciation Dinner with great food, raffles, and heartfelt connections. See event highlights!
At Farm Credit of Florida, one thing that truly sets us apart is our cooperative structure. This unique model is more than just a business approach; it is the foundation of your relationship with us...
Farm Credit of Florida has been named the recipient of the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Advocate Award at the 2025 UF/IFAS Dinner of...
Meet Chuck Cruse, Commercial Ag Loan Officer at Farm Credit of Florida in Okeechobee. With deep roots in agriculture and a commitment to supporting local producers, Chuck helps farmers, producers and ranchers secure financing tailored to their needs.
Farm Credit of Florida hosted a heartfelt appreciation event at Valley View, celebrating members and partners with food, fellowship, and gratitude for the agricultural community we proudly serve.
An evening in Live Oak brought together customers and community members to celebrate fall and show appreciation for those who support local agriculture.
Wayne Simmons has been elected Chairman of the Board at Farm Credit of Florida, the state’s leading agricultural lender, supporting Florida’s farmers and growers with innovative financing solutions.
We’re proud to recognize Zak Seymour for his recent graduation from the University of Florida’s Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resource, a prestigious two-year program that develops leaders to strengthen Florida’s agriculture and natural resources industries.
Thank you to all who voted in this year’s Farm Credit of Florida Board of Directors and Nominating Committee elections. Ballots were tabulated by an independent third party, and the results have been...
We are excited to welcome Donna R. Manion, SHRM-SCP, as our new Chief Human Resources Officer! Donna brings over two decades of HR leadership experience spanning finance, media, legal, nonprofit...
We’d like to take a moment to honor and thank three exceptional members of our Board of Directors—John L. Alger, Howard P. “Rowdy” Bateman, and Dr. Joseph C. “Joe” Joyce—for their decades of dedicated...
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent appreciation event hosted by the Farm Credit of Florida Arcadia and Wauchula branches on Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, at...
Farm Credit of Florida, the leading agricultural lending cooperative in the state, has distributed a record-breaking $20 million in cash to its member-borrowers this spring through its patronage program, President and CEO John Gregory announced. This year’s patronage declaration, approved by the Association’s Board of Directors based on 2024 net income, reflects strong earnings and a solid capital position. The $20 million distribution effectively reduces the interest paid by member-borrowers and represents an impressive 53% of the Association’s 2024 net income.
At Farm Credit of Florida, we believe in the power of connection and community. On Sunday, April 5, we returned to the beautiful Vero Beach Polo Club for our second annual appreciation event—and once...
On February 12, 2025, just in time for Valentine’s Day, we had the pleasure of hosting a special evening for our Homestead Branch customers and friends at the stunning Ever After Farms Tropical Grove...
We are excited to announce a significant milestone in our journey of growth and development: the expansion of our Ocala office! We broke ground on December 12, 2024, and have commenced building efforts.
Farm Credit of Florida is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has elected John Gregory as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 3, 2025. This decision follows an extensive...
Louis Canevari is a Commercial Agricultural Lender with Farm Credit of Florida, serving producers throughout Southwest Florida. His strong background in agriculture, lending, and public policy...
Farm Credit of Florida thanks all who voted in this year’s Board of Directors and Nominating Committee elections. Ballots were tabulated by an independent third party, and the results have been...
Sage Gray serves as the Southwest Florida Regional Lending Vice President at Farm Credit of Florida, working primarily out of the Wauchula office. She joined the organization in September 2022 and...
Meet Taylor Pearce! As a ninth-generation cattle rancher from Okeechobee County, Taylor Pearce understands the enormous impact agriculture has made on the Sunshine State. Taylor joined the Farm Credit...
Meet Kaylee Pate! Kaylee joined the Farm Credit of Florida team in May 2023 as a loan specialist and was promoted in December to become a relationship officer serving farmers and rural customers at...
Don Tanner of Callahan, Florida has a story to tell. It’s a story of a Florida family’s love and commitment to agriculture for three generations. It is also a story of constant reinvention, staying...
Meet Tasha West! Tasha is currently a Commercial Ag Relationship Manager and works at our Ocala office. She serves Marion County and some areas of Levy County. Tasha's career at Farm Credit of Florida...
Wendy Glover has been in lending for more than 15 years. She began her Farm Credit career in March 2018 as a Loan Processor and, in May 2022, was promoted to Loan Officer. She specializes in home...
We are deeply saddened by the damage and destruction left behind by Hurricane Ian. Farm families across the state now face the daunting challenge of rebuilding… whether that means rebuilding homes...
As our customers across the state make last minute preparations for another hurricane, we want you all to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope that you will take some solace in...
Jonathan was recently promoted to a Regional Manager for our South Lending Region. In this role, Jonathan manages the West Palm Beach branch along with his current Homestead branch. “As Farm Credit...
Farm Credit of Florida, a member-owned cooperative lender and crop insurance provider, announces the appointment of two local attorneys and growers, Francisco Pines and Amanda Taylor, to the Board of Directors.
Farm Credit of Florida is pleased to announce the selection of Marcus Boone as the new Chief Executive Officer to succeed retiring CEO Rob Teston effective January 1, 2022. Boone brings a wealth of experience within the banking and financial services industry.
Discover a new crop insurance tool designed specifically for Florida citrus growers. Learn how Farm Credit of Florida helps protect your grove from weather risks and market volatility with tailored coverage options.
Farm Credit of Florida partners with local producers to help feed communities across the state. Learn how agricultural financing supports food security, farm growth, and sustainable production for Floridians.
Review the 2020 Board of Directors and 2021 Nominating Committee election results for Farm Credit of Florida. Learn about the leadership shaping the future of agricultural financing and rural development across the state.
Learn how patronage dividends benefit Farm Credit of Florida members. Discover how cooperative ownership returns profits to farmers and strengthens agricultural communities across the state.
Learn how Farm Credit of Florida adapted operations during the coronavirus pandemic to continue serving farmers and rural communities. Explore safety measures, remote support, and financial assistance options.
Meet the newly elected agricultural leaders joining the Farm Credit of Florida Board of Directors. Learn how these local voices help guide cooperative decisions and support Florida’s farming communities.
