The Midwest Agricultural Banking School, a partnership between Purdue University and the Indiana Bankers Association in coordination with the Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky and Michigan bankers associations, was held on the campus of Purdue University, Dec. 2-5, 2024. The program equips bankers and agribusiness professionals with the practical knowledge and skills needed to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of agricultural finance. Twenty-five agricultural bankers participated in the 2024 school.
Since 1973, the Midwest Agricultural Banking School has been a cornerstone for ag finance education, serving agricultural bankers from across the Midwest. This year’s program welcomed a new generation of learners eager to deepen their understanding of critical topics such as emerging technologies, risk management, farmland markets and values, financial management, crop insurance and farm programs, and building strong relationships with agricultural clients and their unique needs.
The school’s curriculum, crafted by agricultural economists and experienced bankers, offers a blend of classroom instruction, real-world scenarios and networking opportunities. Faculty members, chosen for their expertise and engaging teaching styles, included Purdue University agricultural economists and extension faculty, bankers with extensive experience in agricultural lending and risk management, agricultural consultants and specialists with insights into the latest trends and challenges.
The Midwest Agricultural Banking School is an investment in your career and the future of agricultural finance. Whether you’re a seasoned banker seeking to refine your skills, a young professional building your expertise or an agribusiness professional seeking a deeper understanding of the financial landscape, this program offers valuable knowledge and connections. Mark your calendar now for the 2025 Midwest Agricultural Banking School, Dec. 1-4 at Purdue University.
Contact me at (765) 494-9557 or MLangeme@Purdue.edu, or Laurie Rees at (317) 387-9380 or LRees@indiana.bank for more information about the 2025 Midwest Agricultural Banking School.
Congratulations again to the graduates of the 2024 Midwest Agricultural Banking School!
Students of the 2024 Midwest Agricultural Banking School gathered at Purdue University in December 2024.
Michael Langemeier, Ph.D., Associate Director, Center for Commercial Agriculture Purdue University
Michael is the director of cropping systems for the Center for Commercial Agriculture in the Department of Agricultural Economics Department at Purdue University. His extension and research interests include agricultural finance, cost of production, leasing principles and transition planning. Michael teaches courses in farm financial management and tax planning strategies.
Email Michael at MLangeme@Purdue.edu
