Farm credit is the backbone of American agriculture. During the recent economic downturn, America’s family farmers faced significant barriers to accessing farm credit, which endangered their economic security and the stability of rural communities and food production in America.
This national survey of farm credit counselors and farm advocacy organizations demonstrates the critical, growing and overlooked gaps in credit
availability for our nation’s farmers at a time when they need it most.
Sponsoring Organizations:
- Farm Aid
- Food & Water Watch
- National Family Farm Coalition
- The Rural Advancement Foundation International–USA
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