Young,
Beginning, and Small Farmers
Texas AgFinance
has been financing farmers of all types for over 70 years. For many
farmers, we were the first (and often the only) lender chosen as they
began their farming operations. Many of these farmers have continued
to use Texas AgFinance for all of their borrowing needs as their operations
have become larger and more complex. In 2001, over 45% of our loans
were made to members considered young, beginning or small.
Our loan officers
understand agriculture and the many difficulties involved in beginning
a new farm operation, transferring an existing operation, or expanding
into new commodities or territories. We are the agricultural experts!
Are you a Young,
Beginning or Small Farmer?
- A Young farmer
is one who is 35 years of age or younger.
- A Beginning
farmer is one who has 10 or fewer years farming, ranching or aquatic
agriculture experience.
- A Small farmer
is one who generates less than $250,000 in annual gross agricultural
sales.
If you are, Texas
AgFinance is ready to help you. Our loan officers will be glad to review
your situation and give you expert advice on the financial programs
that may work best for you.
We work closely
with many government and farm organizations, including the FSA Guarantee
Program to assist farmers in getting and staying in business. For additional
information on the Young, Beginning, or Small Farmers Program, contact
your local Texas AgFinance office.