Farm Service Agency helps start-up farmers in many ways

April 17, 2023 02:06 PM •

The average age of farmers around the nation is approaching 60 and that means it is important now than ever to get the younger generation involved.

As the Farm Monitor shows us, the Farm Service Agency has several programs to assist with the costs of starting an operation.

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