Loans to Finance Agricultural Production, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets
ALFAPGT100 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20,006.00
Year-over-Year Change
11.88%
Date Range
1/1/1985 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks agricultural production loans from the top 100 banks by asset size in the United States. It provides critical insight into agricultural sector financing and credit market conditions for farmers.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The trend represents the total volume of loans extended to agricultural producers by major banking institutions, reflecting agricultural sector credit access and financial health. Economists use this metric to assess agricultural investment, rural economic conditions, and potential credit market constraints.
Methodology
Data is collected through regulatory bank reporting and aggregated by the Federal Reserve from financial statements of the largest 100 banks by total assets.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, agricultural economists, and financial analysts to understand credit availability, agricultural investment potential, and broader rural economic trends.
Key Facts
- Tracks loan volumes from top 100 banks by asset size
- Indicates agricultural sector credit accessibility
- Reflects broader rural economic investment conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total volume of loans provided to agricultural producers by the 100 largest banks in the United States by total assets.
Q: Why are agricultural production loans important?
A: These loans are crucial for farmers to purchase equipment, seeds, livestock, and manage seasonal operational costs.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data quarterly, providing a current snapshot of agricultural lending conditions.
Q: How do agricultural loans impact the broader economy?
A: Agricultural loans support food production, rural economic development, and can serve as an economic health indicator for the agricultural sector.
Q: What factors might influence agricultural loan volumes?
A: Factors include crop prices, interest rates, agricultural commodity markets, and overall economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Loans to Finance Agricultural Production, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets [ALFAPGT100], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025