Learn about credit alternatives (Farm Service Agency, commercial banks, and Farm Credit), types of loans, loan terms, and responsible borrowing.

Presentations

Discussing the Role of the Borrower in Ag Lending

Follow along with the Discussing the Role of the Borrower in Ag Lending PowerPoint presentation.

Sources of Credit

Follow along with the Sources of Credit PowerPoint presentation.

Loan Details

Follow along with the Borrowing Money: Loan Details PowerPoint presentation.

Tips for Working with Your Local Lender

Other Resources

OSU Publications

• Using Credit Wisely

FSA Publications

• Guide to FSA Farm Loans
• How to Complete an FSA Loan Application
• Lender's Verification of Loan Application, FSA-2310 (Emergency Loan Use)
• Request for Microloan Assistance, FSA-2330

Websites

• FSA Office Locator
• Interest Rates from Farm Service Agency
• Contact Information for Oklahoma Banks
• Interest Rates from Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Quarterly Ag Credit Survey
• Loan Calculator