Loan
Agricultural Revolving Loan Fund (ARLF)
Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Agriculture
What you can get
Loan-class maximums from $200,000 to $3,000,000; $3,000,000 total outstanding per borrower • Fixed rates 3.0–4.0%. Classes: short-term operating ($200,000, 4.00%), chattel equipment/livestock ($3,000,000, 3.00%), farm development ($3,000,000), irrigation ($3,000,000), product processing ($500,000), land clearing ($250,000). Loans may not exceed 75% of collateral value less existing liens.
- Readiness
- Local office first
- Who can apply
- producer, Alaska residents engaged in commercial agriculture — individuals, partnerships, joint ventures, or corporations with demonstrated farming experience
- Coverage
- AK
- Deadline & timing
- Due October 17, 2026. The next published application-entry cutoff is October 17, 2026 for consideration at the November 17, 2026 Board of Agriculture and Conservation meeting. The September 20 cutoff for the October meeting has passed. Meeting dates depend on quorum; contact the loan officer to confirm timing for a complete application.
- Eligibility
- Individuals and business entities must provide proof of current Alaska residency at loan closing and evidence of agricultural or related business experience and skills. Funds are limited to agricultural production or processing in Alaska, with adequate collateral and loans limited to 75% of collateral value less existing liens.
Optional expert service · $249
Turn program research into an application package.
An eligibility screen for one farm, a shortlist of up to three relevant programs, and draft practice justifications and a document checklist for one selected application. Delivered within 7 business days after intake.
Last verified Oct 3, 2026. Always confirm current terms and deadlines on the official site before applying.
Plan your next step
Run a quick soil assessment or ask an agronomist how this program fits your fields.