Whether you're securing access to land, enhancing infrastructure, or covering start-up costs, the NWNM New Farmer Network compiled a list of helpful loans for new and entry level farmers.

Farm Loans

• Farm Operating Loans
• Small/Beginning Farmer Microloan Program
• Farm Ownership Loans
• Four Corners Slow Money

Targeted Farm Loans

• Youth Farm Loans
• Minority and Women Farmers and Ranchers
• Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Loans

Specialty Loans

• Emergency Farm Loans
• Native American Tribal Loans

Farmer Grants

Grants can be a great way to obtain the funds that you need to build out your agricultural business. Whether you are a new, transitioning, or experienced farmer, it's always a good idea to keep an eye out for potential grant opportunities for your farm.

Conservation & Sustainable Farming

• NMDA Healthy Soils Program
• NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program
• New Mexico NRCS Conservation Innovation Grants
• Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development Program