Starting a farm takes more than grit. It takes financing, guidance, and someone in your corner who believes in your future.

Let’s Grow From Your Very First Acre—Together.

Start Your Journey
Starting a farm takes more than grit. It takes financing, guidance, and someone in your corner who believes in your future.

Let’s Grow From Your Very First Acre—Together.

Start Your Journey
 

What Does Beginning Farmer Mean?

The USDA & FSA define young, beginning, and small farmers as:

  • Have not operated a farm for more than 10 years
  • Owns no more than 30% of the average farm size in their county
  • Substantially participates in the daily operations
  • Meets eligibility for FSA or USDA loan programs

FHA Loans: A Strong Start for Family Farms

Designed to support new and established family-sized farms, these government-backed loans come with competitive rates and flexible terms for a variety of ag needs:

  • Land
  • Livestock
  • Equipment
  • Feed, seed & supplies
  • Building construction & improvements

Learn more at USDA.gov

Let’s build your farm’s financial future.

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Why Beginning Farmers Trust CCFBank

  • Personalized help navigating FSA and local programs
  • A relationship-driven approach from day one
  • Tools and resources designed to grow with you—not pressure you
  • Local expertise paired with deep industry knowledge

Agriculture, Beginning Farmer

AUDIO: Dr. Kohl’s Ag Planning Playbook


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FINPACK


A farm financial planning and analysis tool we use to support full-time ag customers.

Other Resources
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FSA Program Finder


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USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA)


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Iowa State University Extension


Meet Our Ag Team

Farming isn’t just our business—it’s in our blood. Many of us grew up on farms and still work the land today. We understand the early mornings, the tough seasons, and the pride that comes with doing things right. When you work with CCFBank, you’re not just getting a banker—you’re gaining a partner who truly gets it and is here to help you grow.

Cole Paulson

Ag & Commercial Banker

Northern Wisconsin

Ryen Gossen

Ag & Commercial Banker

Central & Southern Minnesota