Loan
Food & Farm Business Loans
Center for Rural Affairs (nonprofit CDFI lender)
What you can get
$250,000 • Terms up to 15 years; interest 7.75%-10.75%; closing fee 1%-5%
- Readiness
- Prep docs first
- Who can apply
- producer, small business, Farmers, food business entrepreneurs, start ups, retail businesses and other food supply chain businesses in Nebraska, Applicants at least 19 years old
- Coverage
- NE
- Deadline & timing
- Applications accepted at any time through the online lending system (or paper application in English/Spanish); no deadline stated (checked 2026-10-12).
- Eligibility
- Financing may also be offered in other states depending on funding. Personal financial statement required; business plan required for new businesses. Services offered in English and Spanish.
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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 12, 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.