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Precision Agriculture Loan Program: Support for Farmers

This act establishes a new loan program for farmers to purchase modern equipment. The goal is to improve production efficiency and reduce resource consumption, potentially lowering costs and benefiting the environment. Farmers can receive up to $500,000 for technology that helps them better manage crops and livestock.
Key points
Loans up to $500,000 available for precision agriculture equipment, such as GPS systems, soil sensors, and data management software.
Loans have a maximum term of 12 years and are for farmers with a good credit history who can repay them.
The program aims to reduce the use of water, fertilizers, and other inputs, which can lower production costs and benefit the environment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2750
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2021-09-15