Ag Loans for Cold Storage The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) now offers Farm Storage Facility Loans (FSFL) to support the implementation of controlled atmosphere storage for agricultural producers of perishable commodities like fruits, vegetables, and flowers. This technology extends shelf life by regulating
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The deadline to submit initial paperwork Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is approaching on November 3rd! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to improve your farm’s efficiency and sustainability. This month on our Facebook News Feed, we’re highlighting several practices supported by NRCS EQIP, from extending your
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Introduction to the NRCS Conservation Plan The Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) is a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) whose main mission to provide producers with knowledge and services to assist them in conserving their natural resources while still producing an agricultural commodity. NRCS
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USDA Resources for Urban Ag: 2024 Ag Lending Rates The USDA announced the May 2024 lending rates for agricultural producers. Key rates include 5.25% for direct Farm Operating Loans, 5.5% for direct Farm Ownership Loans, 3.5% for Joint Financing, and 1.5% for Down Payment loans. Emergency Loan
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USDA Resources for Urban Ag: Applying for NRCS EQIP Programs Understanding the USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP): A Vital Tool for Sustainable Agriculture As climate change and environmental degradation continue to challenge agricultural practices, the USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) offers critical support to farmers
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USDA Resources for Urban Ag Specialty Crops Market News Disseminates detailed information on marketing conditions for hundreds of agricultural commodities at major domestic and international wholesale markets, production areas, and ports of entry. Using direct contacts with sales persons, suppliers, brokers, and buyers, Market News reporters collect,
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