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Banking* built for specialty crop farms

Fruit, vegetable, nut, and potato growers
Earn up to 2.75%** on your cash
Unlock $30,000+ in exclusive perks
Access up to $150,000 in a line of credit***

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Thombar is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by i3 Bank, Member FDIC (established 1928).

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Who is Thombar for

Thombar serves U.S. specialty crop operations with seasonal cash flow and high upfront input costs.

  • Fruit and orchard farms
  • Vegetable and melon farms
  • Potato farms
  • Nut and tree crop farms
  • Mixed specialty crop farms

1% to 2.75% Annual Percentage Yield** on your checking

Turn idle cash into real interest income while maintaining your liquidity

$30,000+ in annual savings

Exclusive discounts with leading ag suppliers, equipment, and service providers to protect your margins every season

Access to up to $150K credit line***

Apply once online and, if approved, unlock ongoing access to working capital when you need it — no repeated paperwork, no branch visits

FDIC insured up to $3M

12x more protection than traditional banks

$0 annual fees

Benefit from our transparent pricing

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What could up to 2.75% APY do for you?

See how much more you make with Thombar

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Average annual deposits
$1m
Thombar
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Wells Fargo
$0
US Bank
$0
Bank of America
$0
Columbia/Umpqua
$0
Southstate
$0

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That's just your yield. Thombar members also save thousands each year through exclusive grower perks from inputs to software to in-field services

Based on available rates advertised online as of 11/4/2025

Your perks package

Over $30,000 in annual savings

Get exclusive access to discounts from the vendors and partners you already work with. From equipment to inputs, labor management to logistics, we've negotiated savings that add up to real money back in your operation. Learn more

Wilbur-EllisAgrifulBeeHero PollinationFarmbloxGood AgricultureGRIPPSesoSWAN Systems

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Complete banking suite

Everything you need to manage your specialty crop operation, all in one place. To see our complete list of features, click here.

Physical and digital debit cards

High-yield checking designed for agricultural cash flow with no minimum balance requirements.

No fees at 55,000+ ATMs

Withdraw or deposit cash for free**** at over 55,000 ATMs

Multi-user access and controls

Add team members as authorized users

ACH/Wires

Free 1-3 day ACH, $10 domestic wires

Checks

Mobile check deposits and mail physical checks direct from your online account

Accounting integration

Sync transactions directly to and from Quickbooks

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Thombar vs. a traditional bank account

See how Thombar stacks up against traditional banking options

Feature
Thombar
Traditional Bank
APY on Checking Balance
1–2.75% APY
0–0.1%
FDIC Coverage
Up to $3M through partner banks
$250K limit
Line of Credit
Apply online — access your money quickly and conveniently if approved
Requires in-person applications or long email back-and-forths
Fees
No monthly fees or minimums
Hidden fees, low interest
Built for Growers
Exclusive perks + ag-specific partners
Generic business focus

Banking services provided by i3 Bank, Member FDIC

Thombar gives growers the power of a modern financial hub — high-yield checking, zero hidden fees, industry perks, and FDIC coverage up to $3M — all built around your specialty crop business

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Security you can trust

Your operation depends on financial security. We protect your capital with the same rigor you protect your crops.

$3M FDIC Insured

Your deposits are protected up to $3 million through our partner banks, providing peace of mind for your agricultural capital.

SOC 2 Compliant

We maintain the highest standards of data security and privacy, with regular third-party audits to ensure your financial information stays protected.

Security Audits

Continuous penetration testing and security assessments by leading cybersecurity firms to safeguard your accounts and transactions.

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Thomas Barbour Lathrop

Why Thombar?

Named after Thomas Barbour Lathrop, the financier who reshaped US agriculture by funding the introduction of thousands of new specialty crop varieties.

Thombar carries his spirit forward, using modern finance to unlock resilience and innovation for American specialty growers today.

Thombar

Banking built for specialty crop growers.
Earn more, save more, grow more.

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FDIC insured up to $3M through partner banks.

*Thombar is a financial technology company and is not a bank. Banking services are provided by i3 Bank, Member FDIC. The Thombar Visa Debit Card is issued by i3 Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used anywhere Visa cards are accepted.

Accounts are eligible for pass-through deposit insurance only to the extent pass-through insurance is permitted by the rules and regulations of the FDIC, and if the requirements for pass-through insurance are satisfied. There may be a risk that pass-through deposit insurance is not available because conditions have not been satisfied. In such cases, funds may not be fully insured in the event the insured depository institution where the funds have been deposited were to fail.

**Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is variable and subject to change after account opening. Rate is compounded monthly and credited monthly. Total balances less than $50,000 earn up to 1.00% APY. Total balances between $50,000 and $249,999 earn up to 1.875%. Total balances of $250,000 or more earn up to 2.75% APY.

***Lines of credit are provided by Fundbox. Fundbox makes capital available to businesses through business loans and lines of credit originated by First Electronic Bank or Lead Bank. California businesses: Fundbox makes business loans and lines of credit loans pursuant to California Financing Law license 60DBO-48774. All financing is subject to credit approval of a completed application. Fundbox and its bank partners base loan eligibility on their respective credit and risk policies, applicable legal requirements, and other business considerations. Financing may not be available in all states and may be subject to local restrictions where applicable.

****No account or domestic transaction fees. Some foreign transaction fees may apply in limited circumstances.