Browsing: Rural banking

Ag Banking GAO report calls for FCS grant program for disadvantaged farmers

Minorities and women may have trouble getting loans to buy and run farms, the report says, noting that socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers are more likely to operate smaller, lower-revenue farms; have weaker credit histories; or lack clear title to their agricultural land.

Ag Banking USDA now accepts online farm loan applications

More than 26,000 customers who submit a Direct Loan application each now have an online option that provides an electronic signature option, the ability to attach supporting documents such as tax returns, complete a balance sheet and build a farm operating plan.

Ag Banking What now for the Farm Bill?

The timing and consequences of the farm bill expiring vary by program across the breadth of the act, according to the Congressional Research Service.

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