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Makenna Letourneau2026-04-21T14:37:12-05:00

7 Tips to Protect Your Farm From Financial Fraud

Makenna Letourneau2026-04-21T14:37:12-05:00December 16th, 2025|

Farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses are not immune to financial fraud. And if you rely on paper checks, you could be more vulnerable. Explore tips to protect your operation from this threat.

  • The Rattlesnake Creek Watershed is a surface water system that winds through Southwest and Central Kansas, serving as a key resource for agricultural irrigation.
Makenna Letourneau2026-02-10T08:37:09-06:00

Agriculture and Water Availability Issues in Kansas

Makenna Letourneau2026-02-10T08:37:09-06:00July 30th, 2025|

Water sustainability challenges hold big impacts for farmers and ranchers. Learn more from the HPFC Student Board of Directors.

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Makenna Letourneau2026-02-06T15:36:49-06:00

Ag Financing: Regulatory Burden Costs All of Us

Makenna Letourneau2026-02-06T15:36:49-06:00April 25th, 2025|

The regulatory burden on financial institutions is growing. Learn more about how associations can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and maintain compliance in this edition of President’s Insights.

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a19b4675_admin2026-04-13T11:06:03-05:00

2024 in Review: A Look at the U.S. Markets and Ag Commodities

a19b4675_admin2026-04-13T11:06:03-05:00December 19th, 2024|

As 2024 wraps up, take a dive into the HPFC risk team’s analysis of the U.S. economy and ag commodities.

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a19b4675_admin2026-02-09T16:34:56-06:00

U.S. Agriculture: New Tariffs, Same Issues

a19b4675_admin2026-02-09T16:34:56-06:00December 12th, 2024|

It’s the end of the year and nearly the beginning of a new administration. Join HPFC President and CEO, Kevin Swayne, to learn more about the potential impacts of President Trump’s trade policy.

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a19b4675_admin2026-02-13T11:47:13-06:00

Government Spending: A Permanent Shift or a Temporary Trend?

a19b4675_admin2026-02-13T11:47:13-06:00September 2nd, 2024|

As the national debt and government spending continue to grow, our economy cannot escape the impact. High Plains Farm Credit President and CEO, Kevin Swayne, shares his insights into the effects we’re experiencing.

  • Young crops growing in a wide Kansas farm field, illustrating crop insurance coverage for early growth stages.
a19b4675_admin2026-02-06T15:26:09-06:00

ACRE: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

a19b4675_admin2026-02-06T15:26:09-06:00May 8th, 2024|

The Access to Credit for our Rural Economy (ACRE) Act may impact our rural communities. Explore insights from HPFC President and CEO, Kevin Swayne.

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a19b4675_admin2026-03-24T10:25:53-05:00

2023 Farm Bill – The Time Is Now

a19b4675_admin2026-03-24T10:25:53-05:00October 3rd, 2023|

President & CEO Kevin Swayne discusses the 2023 Farm Bill and some insights into this key legislation.

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a19b4675_admin2026-02-13T12:01:31-06:00

Industry Thoughts on Agriculture: Wrapping up 2022

a19b4675_admin2026-02-13T12:01:31-06:00January 11th, 2023|

President and CEO, Kevin Swayne, wraps up 2022 with a “potluck” of messages about prices, drought, and more that you’ll want to be sure to read.

  • Group of cattle eating hay on a Kansas ranch, symbolizing herd protection with LRP insurance and livestock risk coverage.
a19b4675_admin2026-02-18T16:38:32-06:00

Kansas: The Leader in CattleTrace and Disease Traceability System

a19b4675_admin2026-02-18T16:38:32-06:00February 20th, 2019|

Ensuring accurate disease traceability during outbreaks within the U.S. beef industry is crucial. Find out how the CattleTrace initiative in Kansas is making strides toward establishing an infrastructure.

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