FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Northwest Farm Credit Services Named Best Places to Work Winner

Spokane, Wash. - Oct. 14, 2016 – Northwest Farm Credit Services was recently named the top of the 2016 Best Places to Work Inland Northwest for large-sized companies (300-999 employees).

"We were thrilled and humbled to have received this honor," said company President and CEO Phil DiPofi. "This recognition validates what we experience on a daily basis and reinforces everyone's alignment with our purpose, which is to improve the lives of our customers, our employees and our communities."

The inaugural Best Places to Work Inland Northwest was created by the Spokane Journal of Business and Best Companies Group. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in the Inland Northwest, benefiting the region's economy, workforce and businesses.

About Northwest Farm Credit Services
Northwest FCS is a $10.6 billion financial cooperative providing financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Northwest FCS is a member of the nationwide Farm Credit System that supports agriculture and rural communities with reliable, consistent credit and financial services.

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Contact:
Debra Strohmaier
Communications Specialist
debra.strohmaier@northwestfcs.com or 509.340.5443