USA - Rabo AgriFinance adds experienced lender to staff

08.11.2016 335 views
Rabo AgriFinance announces the hiring of Mike Kane as a Senior Relationship Manager in central South Dakota. Rabo AgriFinance is a provider of capital and financial solutions to leading U.S. agricultural producers and agribusinesses. Kane will work closely with area farmers and ranchers to provide capital needs to purchase and operate their enterprises and ensure their long-term success. Kane brings to Rabo AgriFinance over 13 years of agricultural lending experience, with a strong background in both the grain and cattle sectors. Team leader, Mike Huber, said of Kane, "Mike has a lot to offer as a relationship manager at Rabo AgriFinance. He has a wide range of lending experiences with large ag operations in central S.D. and knows what they need and want." Kane joins the Rabo AgriFinance team as a part of the company’s network of relationship managers, crop insurance, and risk management specialists who understand the unique needs of the Northern Plains. In his new role as Senior Relationship Manager, Kane will work primarily with producers within the Aberdeen, Huron, Pierre and Mobridge general areas. “The understanding of the agricultural environment that Rabo AgriFinance has is unprecedented,” Kane said. “Knowing that everything in agriculture is cyclical and seeing things on a long-term basis is a huge asset.” Rabo AgriFinance has the ability and expertise to handle various operations and credit needs. A global team of analysts provides a competitive edge with insights into industry trends, and a comprehensive portfolio of services which includes the right resources for producers to prepare for and take advantage of market opportunities. Whether it’s financial lending, crop insurance or risk management support, Rabo AgriFinance experts guide customers on paths toward greater success. Source - http://www.farmforum.net
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