Supporting Your Dreams
Getting started in the agricultural industry can be challenging, especially when initial cash and equity are limited, but Ag Credit can help! Central Kentucky Ag Credit's AgStart is a program focused on young, beginning, and small (YBS) farmers in Central Kentucky.
This program was created with the unique needs of young, beginning and small farmers in mind. This program will not only educate farmers but also allow for networking opportunities and special loan servicing programs.
Are You Eligible?
Young, beginning, & small farmer programs are open to farmers who meet one of these requirements:
- Young — 35 years of age or younger
- Beginning — 10 years or less of agricultural experience
- Small — $350,000 or less annual gross sales of agricultural or aquatic products.
Ready to apply? Use our online application to get started.
Submit an Online Loan Application
Backed by Young Farmers Like You
The Ag Credit Young Farmer Advisory Council created Central Kentucky AgStart. The Council was established in 2013 and is made up of a young farm couple or individual in each of the 17 counties in Ag Credit’s territory. The goal of the program is to enhance the agricultural industry in central Kentucky by offering mentoring opportunities and educational resources to farmers.
