Farm Management
Cultivating the next generation of family farms … one farm family at a time.
Whether you're a third-generation farmer or just starting out, BTC Bank is here to meet your unique needs. For over 100 years, we’ve been proud to serve farmers through the most profitable seasons and the toughest challenges. Many of us are farmers ourselves, so we understand the dedication, long hours, and tight margins that come with running a successful farm. At BTC Bank, we’re more than just bankers — we’re your partners in agriculture, committed to providing you with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your farm will continue to sustain the next generation.
Who Benefits from Farm Management Services
Our expert services are ideal for farm owners who may not have the time, expertise, or desire to manage their farms themselves but still want to see their land flourish.
- Farmers who want to transition into retirement
- Widows who need assistance running the farm operation
- Farm heirs who have inherited a farm, but don’t plan to manage the day day-to-day operations
We are passionate about keeping farm ground in production and providing you with customized solutions to achieve your goals.
Benefits of Farm Management Services
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that experts are making informed decisions to mitigate risk and effectively manage resources.
- Maximized Returns: Professionals optimize operations to ensure maximum profitability.
- Generational Transition: Helps ensure the farm remains viable and sustainable for future generations.
Professional Farm Management Services Offered
BTC Bank offers a variety of professional farm management services. You choose the services you need and the level of involvement that is comfortable for you.
Operational Oversight
- Hiring and managing custom operators or tenants
- Planning and supervising crop production from plant to harvest
- Assist with input purchases
Financial Management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Tracking expenses, income, and profitability
- Managing lease agreements and rental income
- Handling taxes and insurance
Land and Asset Management
- Maintaining and improving soil health
- Overseeing equipment maintenance and capital improvements
- Recommending crop rotations or livestock management strategies
- FSA Paperwork Assistance - serve as your local office liaison to ensure you are taking full advantage of all FSA funding opportunities and provide compliance support.
Marketing and Risk Management
- Marketing crops and livestock to maximize profits
- Managing commodity price risks
- Advising on crop and livestock insurance options
Legal and Estate Planning Support
- Assisting with land succession planning
- Ensuring the farm is structured for long-term sustainability
- Strategies for reducing tax burdens
Meet Chris Hoffman
Chris Hoffman graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with an emphasis in Agronomy. He worked for 40 years in the family agribusiness, Hoffman and Reed Inc. where he advised farmers about all aspects of their farming operation. In 1993, he obtained his CCA Certified Crop Advisor license which he still maintains today. Chris has farmed with his brother since 1976 and has managed the Family Farming corporation since 1986. Chris has spent his whole life on the farm, and looks forward to working with other local farmers.
Get to know Chris by giving him call at 660-339-7477, or by email at chris.hoffman@btcbank.bank, and learn how he can be of service to you.
Meet Johnathan Meyer
Johnathan L. Meyer received a Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude in Accounting from Northwest Missouri State University and a Juris Doctor in Law (J.D.) and Masters of Law in Taxation (LLM) from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law. Johnathan has over 25 years of experience in estate planning and administration, probate, trust drafting and administration, business formation, and tax planning and filing. Having worked in major metropolitan areas, while being born and raised on a farm in Northwest Missouri, Johnathan is in the unique position of having complex practical experience with an appreciation of small-town/rural community living.Get to know Johnathan by giving him a call at 660-425-7285, or by email at johnathan.meyer@btcbank.bank, and learn how he can be of service to you.
Meet Kevin Lloyd
Kevin Lloyd graduated from Graceland University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science while working on a large 17,000-acre ranch and helping his parents with the farming operation he grew up on. Immediately after graduation, he began his career with a local bank in Lamoni, Iowa as a Commercial/Ag Lender. Since those early days, Kevin’s passion for and experience in agriculture have continued to grow. He recently received his Farm Management Certification from Des Moines Area Community College. Kevin is well aware of the successes, struggles and planning that it takes to keep a family farm going. He looks forward to combining his passion and experience to make a difference in the lives of the many farm families and farm owners across Missouri and Southern Iowa.Get to know Kevin by giving him a call at 641-784-7300, or by email at kevin.lloyd@btcbank.bank, and learn how he can be of service to you.
