Agricultural best management practices loan program

Farmers, rural landowners and agricultural supply businesses can apply for low-interest loans through us to make improvements or implement practices that will reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution. We work with local banks to provide these loans.

Available funds

Loans are awarded as funding is available.

Eligible projects

• Animal waste control systems, such as runoff control structures and agricultural waste systems or pits
• Practices that reduce erosion from runoff, such as grass waterways, erosion and sediment control basins, and terraces
• Purchase of conservation tillage equipment, such as chisel plows, no-till drills, and no-till planters
• Upgrades and improvements to existing individual sewage treatment systems in rural areas

Ineligible projects include conservation practices that are not agriculturally related, refinancing of existing facilities, structures, and equipment, or projects started or equipment purchased prior to loan approval.

Application

Applications are accepted year-round.

You're required to complete the Agricultural BMP (Best Management Practice) Loan Program application as well as complete a loan application with a bank of their choice.

To apply for funding or get more information, contact Kevin Ellis at kevin.ellis@hennepin.us.