Back to our roots
Rabobank originated in the late nineteenth century.
It was a period during which there was widespread
poverty in the rural regions of the Netherlands.
Borrowing money was the only way that many
people could keep their heads above water. But in
order to borrow money, they were forced to suffer
the extortionate practices of mala fide moneylenders.
The farmers decided to join forces and start their
own bank. The resulting access to financial services
