U.S Department of Agriculture Announces March 2025 Lending Rates

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the loan interest rates for March 2025, effective from March 3, 2025. These rates, provided through the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), are designed to support agricultural producers in starting or expanding their farming operations, purchasing equipment and storage structures, or meeting cash flow needs.

U.S Department of Agriculture Announces:

Operating, Ownership, and Emergency Loans

The interest rates for March 2025 are as follows:

• Farm Operating Loans (Direct): 5.500%
• Farm Ownership Loans (Direct): 5.875%
• Farm Ownership Loans (Direct, Joint Financing): 3.875%
• Farm Ownership Loans (Down Payment): 1.875%
• Emergency Loan (Amount of Actual Loss): 3.750%

U.S Department of Agriculture Announces These loans offer favorable terms to eligible agricultural producers, assisting them in financing necessary to start, expand, or maintain family agricultural operations.

Commodity and Storage Facility Loans

U.S Department of Agriculture Announces: The FSA also provides low-interest financing options for producers to build or upgrade on-farm storage facilities and purchase handling equipment. These loans, administered by the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), help producers meet cash flow needs without having to sell their commodities when market prices are low.

Accessing Loan Programs

Producers interested in these loan opportunities can access an interactive online, step-by-step guide through the farm loan process by visiting the Loan Assistance Tool on Kurakulas This resource provides detailed information on eligibility requirements, application procedures, and other pertinent details to assist producers in securing the financial support they need.