FSA MicroloanLoan

FSA · New Jersey

Program Overview

Simplified small loans up to $50K. Streamlined application, less paperwork than regular FSA loans. Great for small and beginning operations.

Program Details

Value Range Up to $50,000

Deadline Rolling — apply anytime

Where to Apply Your local FSA office

Complexity Low-Medium — simplified application, farm management experience can substitute for production history

Required Documents

Photo ID
Basic farm plan
Tax returns or self-certification for small operations

Forms

FSA-2330 (Microloan Application) — simplified version of FSA-2001

Priority Advantages

The following groups may receive priority consideration for this program:

Beginning Farmer: higher payment rates, dedicated set-asides, fee waivers
Veteran: priority scoring in applications
Socially Disadvantaged: priority scoring, dedicated set-asides

Pro Tip: The easiest FSA loan to get. Non-traditional farm experience counts (community garden, farmers market, etc.). Good for beginning farmers who need startup capital.

Recent Awards in New Jersey

Rutgers The State University Of New Jersey
$1.2M · Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program

Rutgers The State University Of New Jersey
$1.0M · Payments To Agricultural Experiment Stations Under The Hatch Act

The Trustees Of The Stevens Institute Of Technology
$728,000 · Agriculture And Food Research Initiative (Afri)

New Jersey Institute Of Technology
$650,000 · Agriculture And Food Research Initiative (Afri)

Your Local FSA Office

FSA Burlington County Farm Service Agency
1971 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd, Columbus, NJ 08022
(609) 267-1639

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who may qualify for FSA in New Jersey?

Simplified small loans up to $50K. Streamlined application, less paperwork than regular FSA loans. Great for small and beginning operations. Contact your local FSA office in New Jersey for specific eligibility requirements.

How much does FSA pay?

Value range: Up to $50,000. Actual amounts depend on your specific situation, crops, and acreage.

When is the FSA deadline?

Rolling — apply anytime. Contact your local FSA office for the most current dates.

How do I apply for FSA in New Jersey?

Apply at Your local FSA office. Required forms: FSA-2330 (Microloan Application) — simplified version of FSA-2001.

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FSA · Annual election, typically March 15

PLC (Price Loss Coverage)Subsidy

FSA · Annual election, typically March 15

CRP (Conservation Reserve Program)Subsidy

FSA · General signup has periodic windows; Continuous CRP is always open for priority practices

NAP (Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance)Subsidy

FSA · Application deadlines vary by crop, typically before planting

DMC (Dairy Margin Coverage)Subsidy

FSA · Annual enrollment, typically opens in fall for next year

Learn More at USDA →

Program information sourced from USDA. Eligibility described here is general guidance only. Confirm at your local FSA or NRCS office. FarmGrant is not affiliated with USDA.