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06/12/2026

How much is hesitation really costing your land?

Opportunities don’t wait — and neither does your land’s potential. The right timing, the right strategy, and the right insights can make all the difference between holding steady and moving ahead.

If you’ve been second-guessing your next move, this is worth a closer look.

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06/11/2026

Congratulations to Jessica Dwyer for being recognized as a Women in Business honoree by the Wichita Business Journal!

Jessica brings 15+ years of experience helping businesses reduce financial risk, identify savings opportunities, and move forward with confidence.

06/10/2026

A lower CBLR threshold could unlock new growth opportunities for community banks.

Starting July 1, 2026, updates to the CBLR framework may create more room for qualifying institutions to manage capital, support lending, and stay agile under pressure.

What changed — and what should banks be doing now?

Get the insights: https://okt.to/zWC4Bl

CBLR drops to 8% in July 2026, expanding eligibility for community banks with longer grace periods and simplified capital rules.

06/09/2026

Business growth can be exciting — until your systems start slowing everything down.

If decisions are taking longer, manual workarounds are piling up, and your team is spending too much time stitching together disconnected data, it may be more than a tech issue.

This article explores the hidden cost of outdated back-office systems — and what businesses can do when growth starts exposing the cracks.

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Scaling businesses hit operational ceilings as outdated systems create inefficiencies, drain talent, and cost up to 30% in lost revenue.

06/09/2026

Cyber risk isn’t always obvious.

Many organizations assume they’re covered, but don’t realize where the real vulnerabilities are hiding.

That’s why we created a quick, practical way to assess your exposure.
Take the quiz to see where you stand:
https://okt.to/02LfiN

Cybersecurity is a business risk, not just IT. Discover 10 questions executives must answer to protect data, vendors, operations.

06/08/2026

Manufacturing slowdowns don’t always show up where leaders expect. Sometimes the dashboard looks fine, but the business tells a different story.

In this new article, Pinion explores the warning signs manufacturers often miss when volume drops — and why traditional KPIs may not tell the full story.

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Are your KPIs hiding risks? Learn how volume shifts distort metrics, impact cash flow, and reveal hidden inefficiencies in manufacturing.

06/05/2026

Attending the Western Tree Nut Association Annual Meeting? Pinion advisors will be onsite and ready to connect.

Stop by booth #303 to talk through what comes next for your operation — from navigating labor and water uncertainty to rethinking orchard investments, tax strategy, and your long-term direction.

More details: https://okt.to/OSvuwI

We hope to see you there!

06/02/2026

NEW! USDA shakes up rules in OBBBA on FSA payment eligibility: Producer benefits include greater potential payments, increases in flexibility, and simplified compliance.
"These changes mark significant impacts on how ag producers qualify for--and maximize--USDA program payments (beginning in the 2026 program year)," says Phil Newendyke, lead advisor for Pinion's Farm Program Services.

"Producers will want to re-evaluate entity structure, ownership mix, and income profile as they relate to new eligibility guidelines and assess where they stand to benefit most from these changes."

Read the full summary of the 7 major changes that have reshaped FSA payment eligibility guidelines:

A sweeping federal rule tied to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is set to significantly change how agricultural producers qualify for—and maximize—USDA program payments beginning in the 2026 […]

06/01/2026

Enrollment begins (online) today for specialty crop producers! Here are the important program highlights:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a $1.625 billion Assistance for Specialty Crops Farmers (ASCF) program to provide financial support to specialty crop producers. This is $625 million above the initially announced $1 billion. The ASCF program provides payments based on a tiered per-acre structure tied to average annual crop revenue:

Tier 1: $650 per acre for crops with revenue above $10,000 per acre
Tier 2: $225 per acre for crops with revenue between $2,300 and $10,000 per acre
Tier 3: $65 per acre for crops with revenue up to $2,300 per acre
Tier 4: $25 per acre for beans and peas not covered under the bridge assistance program

Payments are capped at $250,000 per producer.

The program is intended to address challenges such as elevated input costs in addition to trade and market disruptions.

Eligible commodities include fruits, vegetables, and tree nuts as defined by USDA. Enrollment begins online on June 1. Applications can be submitted through Farm Service Agency offices starting June 8, with a deadline of August 7.

Reach out to a Pinion farm programs advisor with any questions.

Specialty crop producers who have a Login.gov account can now access and submit their Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program application. Producers who do not have a Login.gov account or prefer to enroll at their local FSA office can request their prefilled application beginning June 8, 2026.

The ASCF enrollment period closes on Aug. 7, 2026. https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/05-29-2026/usda-announces-enrollment-period-payment-rates-specialty-crop-farmers

05/28/2026

Strong communication and strong leadership are essential at every level of your organization.

Join our TalentPro HR advisors at for two sessions designed to help you lead more effectively.

➡️ '𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻'

Advisor Jessica Stimmel will share practical tools to strengthen day-to-day communication, navigate difficult conversations, and build confidence in how you engage your team.

➡️ '𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀'

Advisor Becky Ringenberg will explore how to leverage your leadership style, guide team performance, and manage challenges—while reinforcing the importance of timely communication and clear documentation.

If you’re managing a team, these sessions are designed to give you practical strategies you can apply immediately.

Thurs., 6/04, 10:30am-12pm - FEW Track 4, Room 120/127

Also, join us at booth #1132!

Link to agenda: https://okt.to/Kd1toS