Texas Farm Credit and Heritage Land Bank Merge

Texas Farm Credit and Heritage Land Bank have successfully merged, enhancing financial support for Texas’ rural and agricultural communities. The merger provides Heritage Land Bank members and stockholders with access to new financial products and services tailored to meet the unique needs of rural families, farmers, and ranchers. In addition, Texas Farm Credit acquires territory expansion into Tarrant County, bringing its services to even more Texans.

“This merger marks an exciting new chapter for Texas Farm Credit and Heritage Land Bank, uniting our strengths to better serve our members, employees, and the communities we call home,” said Mark Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Texas Farm Credit. “By combining our resources and expertise, we are enhancing the financial solutions available to our members, creating new opportunities for our employees, and deepening our commitment to supporting agricultural communities.”

As part of Texas Farm Credit, Heritage Land Bank members now have a wider range of products including flexible mortgage solutions for homes and rural properties, and insurance programs that protect farm operations, livestock profits, and family assets.

Bobby Hobson, Chairman of the Board, added, “This merger marks a new beginning, bringing two established organizations together that are truly a perfect fit. By uniting our efforts, we’re well-positioned to enrich our culture and provide more support to our members and employees helping them thrive in the communities they love.”

New Leadership Team and Board of Directors

As the merged entity moves forward, Texas Farm Credit is proud to introduce its Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team, whose expertise and dedication will guide the organization’s future in Texas agriculture.

Board of Directors:

• Bobby Hobson, Chairman
• Jerry Chappell, Vice Chairman, Governance Chairman
• James Dawley, Director Compensation Vice Chairman
• Marion Durand, Appointed Stockholder Director, Audit Vice Chairman
• David Henneke, Appointed Outside Director, Compensation Chairman, Governance Vice Chairman
• Greg Richbourg, Appointed Outside Director, Audit Chairman
• Tom Barker, Director
• David Cannon, Director
• Roger Claxton, Director
• Roxann Garvin, Director
• John Holloway, Director
• John Prukop, Director
• Kevin Sampson, Director
• Jeff Striplin, Director
• Jim Tarrant, Jr., Director
• Jon Whatley, Director

Executive Leadership Team:

• Mark Miller, Chief Executive Officer
• Jolene Curtis, Chief Operating Officer
• Heath Gattis, Chief Financial Officer
• Lori Graham, Chief Legal Officer
• John O’Brien, Chief Lending Officer
• John Parker, Chief Information Officer
• Lane Pepper, Chief Credit Officer
• Joe Valladares, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer

With a deeper pool of resources, expanded territory, and shared commitment to service, Texas Farm Credit looks forward to providing Heritage Land Bank members with the support they need to reach their goals, now and in the future.