Delinquency Rate on Farmland Loans, Booked in Domestic Offices, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets
DRFLT100S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.78
Year-over-Year Change
-17.59%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the percentage of farmland loans that are delinquent among the top 100 largest U.S. banks by asset size. It provides critical insight into agricultural lending health and potential financial stress in the farming sector.
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 performance metric for agricultural lending, reflecting the ability of farmers to meet loan obligations and the overall economic conditions in the agricultural industry. Economists use this metric to assess credit risk, agricultural economic health, and potential systemic financial challenges.
Methodology
Data is collected through bank reporting to federal financial regulatory agencies, tracking loans that are 90 days or more past due relative to the total volume of farmland loans.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, agricultural lenders, and economic analysts to understand credit market conditions, potential agricultural sector vulnerabilities, and broader economic risks.
Key Facts
- Measures loan performance for top 100 banks by asset size
- Indicates financial health of agricultural lending sector
- Reflects broader economic conditions affecting farmers
FAQs
Q: What does a high delinquency rate indicate?
A: A high delinquency rate suggests financial stress among farmers and potential challenges in the agricultural sector, which could signal broader economic difficulties.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data quarterly, providing a current snapshot of farmland loan performance.
Q: Why are farmland loans important to track?
A: Farmland loans are crucial because agriculture is a significant economic sector, and loan performance can indicate broader economic trends and potential financial risks.
Q: How do economic conditions impact farmland loan delinquency?
A: Factors like crop prices, weather conditions, trade policies, and overall economic health can significantly influence farmers' ability to repay loans.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data only covers the top 100 banks and may not fully represent smaller regional or community banks' agricultural lending performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Delinquency Rate on Farmland Loans, Booked in Domestic Offices, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets [DRFLT100S], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025