Agriculture and Rural Communities (ARC) Bond Program

A strong and vibrant rural economy is important to both America and to 1^st Farm Credit Services. With more than 90 years in agricultural financing, we are uniquely positioned to finance rural community business projects. We can provide fully amortized fixed rated financing, which means you can enjoy lower, more manageable payments and nearly any payment schedule.

About the program:
- Created to support rural communities and their residents and businesses
- Designed to serve both public and private enterprises
- Long term fixed rates available
- Flexible repayment terms
- Offered in communities with a population of 50,000 or fewer

Program focus:
- Rural businesses
- Essential community facilities and equipment
- Community revitalization and development
- Rural infrastructure
- Agriculture and agribusiness
- Rural housing

Uses:
- Business expansion
- Renovations
- New facility/permanent funding
- Equipment purchases

For more information, please contact Kevin Uden, Vice President of rural investments, at (309) 268-0166 or by email at kuden@1stfarmcredit.com.