The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering technical expertise and financial assistance to help Wisconsin maple producers fund their operations, conserve natural resources and recover from natural disasters.
State Farm Service Agency Director Tyler Radke says the FSA's Farm Storage Facility Loan Program provides low-interest financing so producers can build or upgrade facilities to store certain commodities.
"FSA offers funding opportunities to help maple producers start, expand and maintain their operations," Radke said. "Maple sap and maple syrup are both eligible, and equipment and facilities such as sap tanks, certain hauling trucks and storage space for maple syrup qualify. Eligible facilities and equipment may be new or used, permanently affixed or portable."
Additionally, there are several types of farm loans available to help maple producers finance their businesses. These loans are administered through FSA and offer access to funding for a wide range of agricultural needs, from securing land and constructing buildings to financing the purchase of equipment.
Meanwhile, the Natural Resources Conservation Service also offers programs and services that benefit Wisconsin maple producers while conserving natural resources.
Producers are encouraged to contact their local USDA Service Center to learn about resources to support their operations both during the harvest season and throughout the year.
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