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Can you believe it’s already time for another Farm Progress Show? We’re heading back to Decatur, Illinois, for another unforgettable week at the nation’s largest outdoor event. If you’ve been to the FBi Buildings booth, you know we don’t hold back. This year’s lineup is bigger, better, and bolder than ever.

Whether you are a business owner, contractor, land developer, or agent for commercial real estate, you understand that projects often take years to come to fruition. From securing funding to obtaining permits, the process can be lengthy for commercial land developers. By the time the project reaches a general contractor and subcontractors, it can feel like a sudden push to complete the job.

There have been many headlines regarding the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) that was passed on July 4th, 2025. With so many headlines, it can be challenging to understand how this will affect the ag market.

As 2024 is winding down, many customers are looking ahead at their goals for 2025. Whether purchasing land to build a barndominium, building a new machine shed, or even repairing an existing building, creating your project with realistic expectations is essential.

Spring is often the season everyone has in mind for construction projects. But what if you don’t want to wait? At FBi Buildings, we believe that you don’t have to wait for spring to get started on your project—and, thanks to our skilled crews and unmatched scheduling power, you can lock in a spot before the season rush. With recent tariffs on building materials affecting costs, now might be the perfect time to plan ahead and save money.

2024 was a year of economic uncertainty. Many Americans feared the 2024 election results would be, thus stalling many customers from committing to building plans. Interest rates averaged 6.7%, which in turn deterred customers from building. However, barndominiums have been continuing to rise in popularity. As an expert in post-frame construction, FBi Buildings released The Ultimate Guide to Building a Barndominium to help customers with their decisions pertaining to pole barn home construction.