Rebecca Huston of the Illinois Treasurer’s Office describes programs the state offers to provide financial support to area farmers.
Government Programs
Illinois Finance Authority Programs
Patrick Evans of the Illinois Finance Authority describes programs they offer to help support area grain farmers.
Farm Service Agency Programs
Logan County FSA agents explain various federal programs available to organic grain producers including direct and guaranteed loan programs.
Lender of First Opportunity: FSA Programs for Beginning and Non-Commodity Crop Farmers
This guide describes the programs FSA offers that support beginning and non-commodity crop farmers, including the eligibility requirements of each program, the application process, and provides a list of further resources available through FSA. The agency offers many programs in addition to those described here, including programs designed for commodity crops. The Farm Service Agency […]
