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A farmer harvests alfalfa near Royal City. Costs have gone up significantly for farmers over the last few years and a new loan assistance program from the Department of Agriculture is aimed at reducing pressure on them.

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Ag announces loan assistance program to help farmers
December 23, 2024 3:30 a.m.

Ag announces loan assistance program to help farmers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Department of Agriculture has announced a final phase of loan assistance for distressed direct and guaranteed farm loan borrowers through the Inflation Reduction Act. About $300 million is available nationwide.