Farm Management
Our farm management team is one of the largest and best in the country. Each member is specially trained to help you manage not only the business operations of your farm, but day-to-day operational challenges as well. With experience in all aspects of agricultural operations, The First manages over 250,000 acres in Kansas and surrounding states. Whether you are looking for a beginning farmer loan, the right individual cropping system or agricultural financing, choose The First Farm Management team to help you get it.
Experts in the Field
Our farm management group is the largest agricultural lending team in Kansas and one of the most experienced in the nation. We have nearly 1,000 farm operators; we manage land in Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado and Nebraska. Our owners consist of individuals, institutions and foundations.
Our knowledge of agribusiness and our commitment to landowners means customers can trust the care and management we provide.
We manage a wide variety of operations including:
- Individual annual leases with each operator
- Grain marketing plans
- Farm equipment loans
- Farm property loans
- Real estate tax management
- Government farm programs
- Personalized farm visits
- Continued education in the latest farming technology
Farm Management Loans
We offer loans for:
- Real estate acquisition or refinancing
- Agricultural equipment and machinery
- Livestock
- Crop production
First For Experience in the Field
Owning, managing and maintaining productivity is a big job for farmers and land owners who operate at any size. At The First, our expertise extends beyond just the financial aspects of running a successful operation. We are community focused and work to give you peace of mind by finding the best people to help your vision come to life. We roll up our sleeves and work with local farmers one-on-one, getting out and working in the fields alongside a team of personally-selected local tenants who are focused on turning your goals into reality. Get live updates on the status of your crops, livestock, and other day-to-day farming solutions when you trust The First to help your operation running smoothly.
Meet our Team
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Tedd Kimmel
Senior Vice President and Manager, Farm Management Services
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Brandon Thompson
Vice President, Farm Management Services
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Kevin Graber
Vice President, Farm Management Services
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Rob Tanner
Vice President, Farm Management Services
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Robby Gray
Officer, Farm Management Services
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Luke Harrington
Officer, Farm Management Services
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Nick Crockett
Officer, Farm Management Services