Supporting You Through Harvest Season

Supporting You Through Harvest Season

As harvest season is in full swing here in Northwest Illinois (with not much crop left in the field), your friendly Ag banking team is here to support you during this critical time. We have spent the past week out at grain bins, serving lunches to those hauling, and...
Dairy Industry Update

Dairy Industry Update

World Dairy Expo World Dairy Expo, held in Madison, Wisconsin, last week, has come to a close. This event is a staple in the dairy industry; showcasing some of the best genetics in the world; the latest technology efforts to improve efficiency and profitability; and...
SBA: New Pilot Program

SBA: New Pilot Program

August 6th, 2024 CSB Team   With more than 33.3 million small businesses across the United States, the banking industry has continued to find ways to support the needs of these entrepreneurs. As your trusted banking partner, we understand that running a small...
The Farm Bill Extension

The Farm Bill Extension

August 1st, 2024 CSB Ag Lending Team   As commodity prices continue to decline, agriculture companies such as John Deere are performing large numbers of layoffs; Mother Nature continues to keep us on our toes; the Farm Bill deadline approaches ever so quickly;...
Rooted in Community, Meet Your Ag Banker!

Rooted in Community, Meet Your Ag Banker!

July 17th, 2024 Kara Durward   Meet the Ag Team: Kara Durward Hello, I am Kara Durward, the new Agricultural and Commercial Banker here in Savanna. My background includes 5 years in banking, 5 years with the Farm Service Agency, and a lifetime of farming...