If you're a new farmer or someone looking to get into the farming business the FSA has a loan program for beginning farmers to help get them started. The FSA can provide financing to eligible applicants through either direct or guaranteed loans. So what makes an applicant eligible?
FSA Beginning Farmer Loan Qualifications
- Has operated a farm not longer than ten years.
- Will materially and substantially participate in the operation of the farm.
- Agrees to participate in a loan assessment, borrower training and financial management program sponsored by the FSA.
- Does not own a farm in excess of 30 percent of the county's median size.
To learn more just go to your local USDA office or go to
FSA.gov to learn more.
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