Landscapes Magazine
For 25 years (1998–2022), Farm Credit Bank of Texas published the award-winning Landscapes magazine — a way to share and celebrate stories of agricultural diversity, ingenuity and productivity throughout our five-state district. These stories are archived here for posterity, in recognition of our owner-borrowers and the tremendous reverence we have for their hard work, perseverance, and self-sacrifice in feeding the world.
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Over the years, Landscapes has received multiple top awards from marketing and communications organizations, including the National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA), Cooperative Communicators Association (CCA), and the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. This publication excelled due to the work of top-notch editorial and design teams and Farm Credit association representatives, whose commitment and professionalism is reflected in each edition. Like the American farmer, they prove what can be accomplished by people who care about what they do and do it well.
Click an image to open the file. The archive includes issues from 2012–2022. Earlier editions are planned to be added in the future.
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Focus on innovation
More and more ag producers are adopting sustainable, climate-smart practices.
— Fall 2022
Continuing the cycle of renewal
As the farming and ranching population ages, the need for new and more producers continues to grow.
— Winter 2022
Innovators and entrepreneurs
Farmers and ranchers have always been innovators. These days, it helps to be an entrepreneur too.
— Summer 2021
Changing faces of agriculture
Meet a few of the industry’s new farmers, ranchers and agribusiness owners.
— Winter 2020
Seizing new opportunities
Farmers and ranchers are responding to consumer demand for specialized products and tapping into niche markets.
— Winter 2019
Growing with technology
Increasing production, improving efficiency and revolutionizing agriculture at a pace most could not have imagined a generation ago.
— Summer 2019
The next generation
These young, beginning and small farmers inspire with their determination, ingenuity and new ideas.
— Winter 2018
20th Anniversary issue
Showcasing our co-op owners who are dedicated to agriculture and the rural way of life while celebrating 20 years of Landscapes.
— Summer 2018
One mission, many voices
How the farm bill helps ag producers, and more borrower stories from across our district.
— Winter 2017
Neighbors helping neighbors
Family ranches, an alfalfa hay operation, water conservation, restoration projects, berry-picking, country homes, and more.
— Summer 2017
Stronger than ever
Young and beginning producers show interest in agriculture, and some carry on the family business. A strong Farm Credit System helps them succeed.
— Winter 2016
Farm Credit turns 100
Check out the history of Farm Credit and how it’s changed over the years to keep pace with an increasingly complex and sophisticated marketplace.
— Summer 2016
A bright future for agriculture
Ag producers use their education, mentorships and experience to thrive. Plus, tips for getting started.
— Winter 2015
Ag groups support Farm Credit
Borrowers share their stories of business triumphs and rural life, and laud the benefits of Farm Credit.
— Summer 2015
Serving all of agriculture
Wine, sugarcane, beef, poultry — stories of diversification, perseverance, teamwork, and family.
— Winter 2014
Investing in rural America
These folks share a strong work ethic, love of farming, and an enterprising spirit.
— Summer 2014
The other side of the tracks
How railroads impacted rural America, and inspirational stories from our borrowers.
— Winter 2013
15th Anniversary issue
Highlighting innovation, sustainability, fresh produce, revolutionary turf, technology and more.
— Summer 2013
Harvest’s bounty
Learn seven principles that put people first, how co-ops make the world a better place, and meet ag producers living their dream.
— Winter 2012
A natural choice
Stories of water conservation, perseverance, clever business deals and successful young producers.
— Summer 2012
