Serving Illinois’ diverse farm and agri-businesses, Illinois Finance Authority provides access to low-cost capital to help seed, grow and sustain your business. Our agriculture team offers the market expertise and flexibility to match the right program for your needs – whether you’re a beginning farmer or an established producer seeking financing to purchase land, diversify or expand your enterprise, or consolidate or restructure debt.
 
Use the links on this page to explore program details and eligibility requirements, and to find additional help and information.
 
 
* * Please note that the 2021 Beginning Farmer Bond loan limit is $558,000 * * 

Program Category: 
Bond Programs
Guarantee Programs
Agri-Debt Restructuring Guarantee Program
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Agri-Industry Guarantee Program
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Specialized Livestock Guarantee Program
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Working Capital Guarantee Program
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Young Farmer (Farm Purchase) Guarantee Program
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