Loan
Youth Loans
USDA Farm Service Agency
What you can get
The current national FSA program page lists up to $10,000 per eligible applicant. • For livestock, seed, equipment, supplies and agricultural project operating costs; terms generally match project income, up to 7 years.
- Readiness
- Local office first
- Who can apply
- producer, US citizens or permanent residents aged 10–20 in an approved agricultural youth organization, with an income producing project and advisor support
- Coverage
- Available nationwide
- Deadline & timing
- No fixed national application deadline is listed. Apply to the local FSA office with a project plan and advisor support; confirm funding and timing locally.
- Eligibility
- Eligible applicants: producer, US citizens or permanent residents aged 10–20 in an approved agricultural youth organization, with an income-producing project and advisor support.
beginning farmer
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 1, 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.