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Texas Agricultural Finance Authority (TAFA) – Agricultural Loan Guarantee Program

State loan guarantee program helping Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses secure financing with guarantees up to 90% on smaller loans and 80% on loans up to $750,000, with updated caps effective February 2026.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural-related businesses seeking to establish or enhance farming/ranching operations or agricultural businesses. Must have a credit score of 650 or greater and provide at least 15% equity injection. Applications submitted by the lender on the borrower's behalf.

Requirements

  • Must be a Texas farmer, rancher, or ag-related business
  • Credit score of 650 or greater required
  • Must provide at least 15% equity injection of the loan amount