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USDA June Loan Rates Aid Farmers

Jun 03, 2025
By Farms.com

Affordable Farm Financing Options Now Available for June 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released new interest rates for its Farm Service Agency (FSA) loan programs, effective June 2, 2025. These loans are essential tools for farmers needing financial assistance for various farming needs.

June 2025 interest rates for FSA loans include -

  • Direct Operating Loans: 5.000%

  • Direct Farm Ownership Loans: 5.750%

  • Joint Financing Farm Ownership Loans: 3.750%

  • Down Payment Loans: 1.750%

  • Emergency Loans (Actual Loss): 3.750%

FSA also backs guaranteed loans through private lenders, where interest rates are set by the lenders themselves. These loans are vital for agricultural startups and expansions.

For farmers managing crops and grain, Commodity Loans under one year are set at 5.000%. Producers needing storage support can apply for Farm Storage Facility Loans, with the following rates -

  • 3-year: 3.875%

  • 5-year: 4.000%

  • 7-year: 4.125%

  • 10-year: 4.375%

  • 12-year: 4.500%

  • 15-year Sugar Storage: 4.750%

These loans are made possible by the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) and help farmers avoid selling commodities when prices are low.

“The size of a federal tax bill can make or break farm profitability,” says the USDA’s Market Intel, reinforcing the need for accessible loan options.

Farmers can learn more by contacting their local USDA Service Center or by using the Loan Assistance Tool at farmers.gov. These tools help producers navigate the application process smoothly.


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