Financial Advisor Colleen Newton of Edward Jones receives Agriculture Focused Financial Planning designation

submitted by Tammy James, Senior Branch Office Administrator, Edward Jones

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Colleen Newton of Manchester has received the Agriculture Focused Financial Planning™ designation, or AFFP®. Achieving this designation required in-depth study in the following areas: process and fundamentals of financial planning; agriculture economics concepts; communication; farming, family, and operations; land and leverage; legacy; and income strategies.

“With this course of study, I’ve been able to expand my knowledge base while continuing to serve clients in rural communities and those who are associated with agriculture,” Newton said. “It’s an important way for me to make a positive impact in their lives.”

Newton’s office is located at 118 E Main St.

Edward Jones is a leading North American financial services firm with more than 20,000 financial advisors. The firm serves more than 9 million clients with a total of $2.3 trillion in client assets under care as of June 27, 2025. The Edward Jones website is at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is www.careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and a founder of the Manchester Mirror.