Farmer Mac Welcomes Daniel Shaw to Board of Directors, Enhancing Agricultural Support

Farmer Mac Welcomes Daniel Shaw to Its Board of Directors

In a significant move aimed at bolstering its support for American agriculture, the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation, widely known as Farmer Mac, has appointed Daniel L. Shaw to its Board of Directors. This announcement, made on March 26, 2025, comes following the passing of former board member Roy H. Tiarks in February of the same year.

Based in Edgar, Nebraska, Shaw is a longtime member of the farming community, having operated Shaw Farms, LLC since 1975. In addition to this primary venture, he manages two other agricultural businesses locally, demonstrating his deep-rooted commitment to the agricultural sector. Moreover, Shaw isn’t new to the boardroom; he served on Farmer Mac’s Board of Directors from December 2019 to May 2021. His broader experience extends to significant roles in national agricultural finance institutions, having served on the board of AgriBank Farm Credit Bank from 2014 to 2021 and Farm Credit Services of America from 2007 to 2014.

Shaw's reappointment is seen as a vital addition to Farmer Mac’s oversight capabilities. Board Chair Lowell L. Junkins expressed his confidence in Shaw’s agricultural expertise and his qualifications in risk assessment and oversight. "While we continue to mourn the loss of Roy, we know that Dan's deep knowledge of agricultural production and background in risk assessment and oversight are a significant asset to the board and to the company," Junkins stated. "His extensive experience and service on other boards make him an excellent complement to our board's strong collective knowledge base."

With a background in business and economics from Nebraska Wesleyan University, Shaw has proven to be a valuable resource within the agricultural finance landscape. His passion for serving rural America underscores his commitment to the responsibilities ahead on Farmer Mac’s board. “It is my honor and privilege to once again serve on Farmer Mac's board to help guide the company's efforts to fulfill such an important mission,” Shaw remarked. He emphasized Farmer Mac's critical role in the nation's financial infrastructure, looking forward to working collaboratively with fellow board members to enhance rural opportunities.

Shaw's inclusion brings an impressive array of expertise to the board, which includes five other members elected annually by shareholders of Class B voting common stock, along with five members elected by Class A voting common stock holders and five appointed by the President of the United States, with Senate consent.

Farmer Mac's core mission focuses on increasing access to financing, thereby providing necessary liquidity for American agriculture and rural infrastructure. By acting as a secondary market, Farmer Mac plays a fundamental role in supporting agricultural and infrastructure businesses across the nation. The corporation offers versatile solutions that cater to the financial institutions' needs for growth, liquidity, risk management, and capital relief across diverse markets, which include agriculture, agribusiness, and renewable energy.

With Daniel L. Shaw back on the board, Farmer Mac aims to continue its vital mission and foster development within America's rural communities. For more insights about Farmer Mac's initiatives and offerings, visit their website at www.farmermac.com.