Alternative Agriculture Financing Done Differently | Interview with Shawn Bustin, Chief Credit Officer
The Impact Farming Show with Tracy Burnet
In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy and Shawn dive into the evolving world of agricultural finance and showcase how Farm Lending Canada is doing things differently. This episode, “Alternative Agriculture Financing Done Differently,” explores how our Canadian-based lending company is helping producers across the country find new paths to capital in an increasingly complex lending environment.
If you’ve ever struggled with traditional lending options, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
0:00 – Introduction & Meet Shawn Bustin
2:48 – State of the Ag Lending Market – What’s the current landscape of agricultural lending in Canada?
4:40 – Where Farm Lending Canada Fits In – Discover how Farm Lending Canada carves out its space in this market and supports producers that traditional lenders often overlook.
7:41 – Loan Products Offered – We discuss the loan products available through Farm Lending Canada.
9:20 – Sector & Regional Focus – Learn more about Farm Lending Canada’s geographic reach and the specific ag sectors they support.
11:36 – Solving the Financing Gap – What’s the core problem Farm Lending Canada is solving? We explore the alternative ag lending market and how they differ from other lenders in the space.
17:15 – A Unique Lending Approach – We take a closer look at the innovative, client-focused process that sets Farm Lending Canada apart from conventional institutions. How can farmers work with them?
21:13 – Client Success – What does success look like when working with Farm Lending Canada? You’ll hear examples of how their financing solutions have supported real farm operations.
Why This Episode Matters With rising costs, market volatility, and stricter lending criteria from traditional banks, Canadian farmers are facing more roadblocks than ever when it comes to accessing capital. Farm Lending Canada is here to provide alternative agriculture financing for Canadian farmers when they need it most.