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Eligibility
Be a full- or part-time agriculturalist with two years or less of operational experience or have plans to start an operation within two years of the grant application date.
Have an operation located within AgWest Farm Credit’s territory.
Not be a current AgWest lending customer.
Must be 18 years of age and either a U.S. citizen or a foreign national lawfully admitted for permanent residency or pursuant to certain visas.
Application Instructions
To Apply:
Prepare a business plan, cash flow budget, application and a one-page essay describing how the grant will help achieve operational goals.
View three recorded webinars covering Financial Statement Basics at AgWestFC.com
English and Spanish resources are available to assist with completing the application components.
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Details
Release Date
January 1, 2025
Deadline
May 31, 2025
Organization
Financial Instrument
Grant
Maximum Award Amount
$15,000
Updated May 28, 2025
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