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MAL (Marketing Assistance Loan)Loan

FSA · Illinois

Program Overview

Low-interest 9-month loans using your harvested crop as collateral. Lets you hold grain and sell when prices improve instead of dumping at harvest.

Program Details
Loan rates per bushel (e.g., corn ~$2.20/bu, soybeans ~$6.20/bu). Interest at posted rate.
Available after harvest through May 31 of the following year
Your local FSA office
Low-Medium
Required Documents
  • Photo ID
  • Warehouse receipts or on-farm storage certification
  • FSA farm number
Forms
  • CCC-666 (Loan Application)
Pro Tip: Most underused tool in farming. If you have grain storage, MAL lets you take a low-interest loan against your crop instead of selling at harvest lows.
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Your Local FSA Office
FSA Adams County Farm Service Agency
338 S 36Th St, Quincy, IL 62301-5807
(217) 224-9307
FSA Alexander-Pulaski County Farm Service Agency
505 Front Street, Tamms, IL 62988
(618) 747-2305
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who may qualify for MAL in Illinois?

Low-interest 9-month loans using your harvested crop as collateral. Lets you hold grain and sell when prices improve instead of dumping at harvest. Contact your local FSA office in Illinois for specific eligibility requirements.

How much does MAL pay?

Value range: Loan rates per bushel (e.g., corn ~$2.20/bu, soybeans ~$6.20/bu). Interest at posted rate.. Actual amounts depend on your specific situation, crops, and acreage.

When is the MAL deadline?

Available after harvest through May 31 of the following year. Contact your local FSA office for the most current dates.

How do I apply for MAL in Illinois?

Apply at Your local FSA office. Required forms: CCC-666 (Loan Application).

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