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Young, Beginning and Small
AgVision™
A program to help young, beginning and small producers thrive.
At AgWest, we’ve been helping producers get started in agriculture for over a century. We understand the unique challenges faced by young, beginning and small producers and know starting a business can feel overwhelming. We offer specialized financing and educational support to give producers the best possible opportunity to succeed.
Who qualifies for AgVision?
If you meet one of the following criteria, you may be eligible for program benefits.
- Be 35 years of age or younger.
- Have 10 years or less of agricultural experience.
- Be a producer with an annual gross agricultural income of less than $350,000.
Program features
AgVision helps equip producers by providing financing for real estate purchases, operating expenses, livestock and equipment purchases, existing debt refinancing and more.
Through the AgVision program, producers can expect:
- Flexible underwriting standards for loans.
- Competitive interest rates.
- Reduced or waived fees.
- Down payment assistance and start-up capital options.
- Knowledgeable staff focused exclusively on financing agriculture.
We also support producers in developing strong financial and business management skills through:
- Educational benefits.
- Resources and tools to help build a business plan, prepare financial statements, plan for succession and much more.
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Hear from our customers
At AgWest, you get more than a lender, you get the benefit of working with a team that is committed to your success and the future of agriculture.
Learn more"When you’re the new kid on the block you have tons of questions. The people at Farm Credit make you feel like you are part of a team. They’re the partner we were looking for."
— Audrey Kitzke
Upsidedown Wine, Richland, Washington