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Farm Credit System

A nationwide network of borrower-owned financial institutions that provides credit and related services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, and agricultural cooperatives.

Essential Community Facilities

Buildings and services that are vital for public good in a community, such as healthcare clinics, schools, childcare centers, libraries, and public safety offices.

Rural Areas

Geographic regions outside of densely populated urban and suburban centers, often characterized by smaller communities and agricultural landscapes.

Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act

A federal law that provides assistance for the development of rural areas, including programs for housing, community facilities, and business and industry development.

Farm Credit Administration (FCA)

An independent federal agency responsible for regulating and examining the banks, associations, and other entities of the Farm Credit System to ensure they are safe, sound, and able to fulfill their mission.

Direct lender association

A type of Farm Credit System institution that makes loans directly to farmers, ranchers, and rural homeowners.