How is Farm Credit funded? Farm Credit institutions do not take deposits. Instead, Farm Credit raises funds by selling highly rated notes and bonds to investors in the U.S. and around the world, then puts that capital to work in rural America. When customers pay back their loans, Farm Credit repays its investors.
What is a Farm Credit loan?
The Farm Credit System (FCS) is a nationwide lending network which specializes in serving the agricultural community. It is made up of cooperative banks and associations who provide credit to individuals and businesses throughout the United States.
How does Farm Credit help farmers and ranchers?
Together, we support more than 500,000 farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, rural infrastructure providers and rural homebuyers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Farm Credit loans help U.S. agricultural producers feed the world, rural businesses grow and rural families thrive.
Where can I get a farm loan in Indiana?
At Farm Credit Mid-America, we offer a range of farm loans to help farmers in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee finance what they need now and build for what’s next. Why Farm Credit Mid-America? We specialize in ag lending, with nearly 100 local offices across our four states.
When was Farm Loan Commissioner transferred to FCA?
Abolished, except for Farm Loan Commissioner, by EO 6084, March 27, 1933, establishing FCA. Farm Loan Commissioner transferred to FCA and assumed land bank supervision functions of FFLB.
What can I do with a farm loan?
Update machinery and equipment with affordable, convenient financing. Leased equipment and facilities offer flexibility and potential tax benefits. Financing for many farm-related services such as processing, servicing and marketing expenses. Maximize returns by putting idle funds to work where they generate the best return.
