About Us

Supporting Arkansans since 1945. Thriving communities start with you and grow with us.

From the convenience of mobile and online technology to the personal touch of visiting our locations and ITMs throughout the state, our goal is to make you the center of our attention. You and your banking needs are the reason we do what we do and why we want to do it well. Our hope is you can tell your friends and family, “My bank really cares about me.”

Our Giving Mission

Farmers & Merchants Bank and The Bank of Fayetteville are deeply rooted in Arkansas soil. Our tradition of community-oriented banking and providing our customers with the best financial products and services available is the foundation of our bank family.

Our mission stands tall and clear:

…to promote the success and improve the well-being of both our employees and customers by treating all with dignity, respect and compassion.

History of Farmers & Merchants Bank

Founded in 1945 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, Farmers and Merchants Bank has never forgotten why we’re in business in the first place. We started our bank back then to make sure working folks could borrow the money to run their farms, fund their businesses, and build their families’ futures. We wanted a safe place where our neighbors could deposit their money and earn a fair interest rate.

Embracing Technology

Next came investments in technology, making Farmers and Merchants one of the most innovative banks in the region. By early 1990 our bank began expanding into nearby communities: Des Arc, Hazen and DeWitt, followed by Perryville and Morrilton.

A Unique Union

Farmers and Merchants Bank’s acquisition growth strategy to emerge into a thriving Northwest Arkansas economy was attracted to The Bank of Fayetteville’s like-minded philosophy. Our union in December 2015, established an even stronger financial structure, a renewed commitment to community involvement and the tools and technology to provide our customers with a unique banking experience that puts them clearly at the center of attention.

Growing Together

On May 10, 2019, Integrity First Bank became part of the Farmers and Merchants Bank family. Integrity First Bank, now named Farmers and Merchants Bank, is headquartered in Mountain Home with branches in Bentonville, Gassville, Lakeview, Pocahontas and Jonesboro. With a dedicated staff and commitment to communities, Integrity First became another important component of our desire to deliver meaningful services and build strong relationships throughout the beautiful, diverse state of Arkansas.