Growing the Future

How to Survive a Capital Squeeze in Agriculture Part II

Episode Summary

In Part II of this conversation, Robert Andjelic moves from macro warning to practical action, outlining how producers can prepare as capital becomes more selective across agriculture. This episode focuses on what banks actually look at when risk rises, why capital availability matters more than interest rates, and how strong operators position themselves early. The discussion centers on survivability, liquidity, and decision-making in a tightening credit environment.

Episode Notes

In this episode, we discuss:

Why capital availability matters more than interest rates

What lenders look for first when credit tightens

How to speak to banks using the metrics that matter

Why preparation gives producers leverage

How operators separate themselves in tighter cycles

🎧 This is Part II of a three-part series with Robert Andjelic.

Part I explores why a capital squeeze may be coming

Part II focuses on how to prepare

Part III examines outcomes, opportunities, and who benefits as cycles turn