Delinquency Rate on Loans to Finance Agricultural Production, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets
DRFAPGT100S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.68
Year-over-Year Change
-7.69%
Date Range
1/1/1987 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the percentage of agricultural production loans that are past due among the top 100 U.S. banks by asset size. It provides critical insight into the financial health and risk profile of agricultural lending institutions.
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 delinquency rate serves as a key metric for understanding agricultural sector financial stress and potential credit market challenges. Economists use this trend to assess agricultural lending conditions and potential systemic risks in rural financial markets.
Methodology
Data is collected through regulatory reporting by banks, tracking the proportion of agricultural production loans that are 30 days or more past due.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, agricultural lenders, and economic researchers to evaluate credit market conditions and potential agricultural sector financial vulnerabilities.
Key Facts
- Measures loan repayment challenges in agricultural lending
- Covers top 100 banks by asset size
- Indicates potential financial stress in agricultural sector
FAQs
Q: What does a high delinquency rate indicate?
A: A high delinquency rate suggests financial stress in the agricultural sector, potentially signaling challenges like poor crop yields, market volatility, or economic difficulties for farmers.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically, this data is updated quarterly by the Federal Reserve, providing a current snapshot of agricultural lending conditions.
Q: Why is this metric important for economists?
A: It serves as an early warning indicator of potential financial challenges in agricultural lending and broader rural economic conditions.
Q: How do policymakers use this data?
A: Policymakers use this trend to assess the need for agricultural support programs, credit market interventions, or targeted economic assistance.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The metric only covers the top 100 banks and may not fully represent smaller regional or community agricultural lenders.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Delinquency Rate on Loans to Finance Agricultural Production, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets [DRFAPGT100S], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025