Eligibility
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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.
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Have an operation located within AgWest Farm Credit’s territory.
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Not be a current AgWest lending customer.
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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:
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Prepare a business plan, cash flow budget, application and a one-page essay describing how the grant will help achieve operational goals.
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View three recorded webinars covering Financial Statement Basics at AgWestFC.com
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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, 2026
Organization
Financial Instrument
Grant
Maximum Award Amount
$15,000
Updated July 10, 2026
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