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FirstBank of Nebraska has strong roots in the rural communities we serve. That’s why we’re proud to offer a wide range of ag loans. Our staff recognizes the volatility and rewards of the agriculture industry. We will invest our time to learn about your operation and structure a loan that fits your specific needs. Our lending staff understands what it takes to manage a farm, ranch, or other ag-based business.

Whether you are looking to cover operating expenses, buy a farm, or upgrade your equipment, Contact us today and let us know how we can put our experience to work for you!

Operating Loans

We realize crop and livestock production expenses are substantial and must often be paid long before you receive any income. Let us help you gain access to working capital when you need it most. With flexible options such as a revolving line‑of‑credit or single maturity notes, our operating loans make it easier to manage your cash flow. We offer 6–12 month operating loans for:

  • Crop Input Expenses
  • Feeder Cattle / Livestock Purchases
  • Other Short‑term Farm Related Needs

Our equipment and term loans are designed specifically for ag and farm purposes. Whether it’s time to purchase livestock or upgrade machinery, our experienced staff will guide you through the lending process. We offer 2–7 year equipment and term loans for:

  • New or Used Machinery
  • Grain Bins
  • Farm Vehicles / Trucks
  • Machine Sheds
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Conservation, Tiling and Terracing
  • Breeding Livestock
  • FSA Guaranteed Operating (OL) Loans
  • Other Farm-Related Purposes

If you are considering buying a farm or wanting to refinance an existing ag real estate loan, then contact us! Our experienced staff will provide you with insight and assistance throughout the entire purchase process. We offer flexible payments and terms up to 30 years for:

Nebraska Ag Statistics

  • Commercial red meat production, 2024 – 7,978,000,000 lbs
  • All cattle and calves, Jan. 1, 2025 – 6,050,000 head
  • Corn for grain production, 2024 – 1,802,920,000 bushels
  • Cash receipts from farm marketing’s contributed over $24 billion to Nebraska’s economy.
  • Nebraska’s $9.98 billion in agricultural exports in 2022 translate into $10.68 billion in additional economic activity.
  • Nebraska’s top five agricultural exports in 2023 were soybeans, corn, beef, ethanol, and pork.
  • In 2024, Nebraska ranked second in ethanol production capacity, with 24 operating plants having production capacity of 2.3 billion gallons.
  • Over 35% of the State’s 2023 corn crop was utilized in ethanol production.
  • Nebraska’s farms and ranches utilize 44 million acres – 89.4% of the state’s total land area.
  • Nebraska is fortunate to have aquifers below it. If poured over the surface of the state, the water in those aquifers would have a depth of 37.9 feet.
  • During 2022, the average age of producers in Nebraska was 56.9 years. The number of young producers (age 34 or less) was 9,031 or 11% of all producers.