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Ag Operating Lines

Draw When You Plant. Repay When You Harvest.

Agricultural operating lines of credit built around your production cycle — not a bank's arbitrary monthly payment schedule.

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$500K – $2M

Line Amount

Revolving

Structure

Aligned to Season

Draw Period

Harvest-Timed

Repayment

Overview

The Cash Flow Bridge for Every Season

Every farm operation faces the same fundamental challenge: input costs arrive months before revenue does. Seeds, fertilizer, fuel, labor, crop insurance premiums, and equipment costs all hit before a single bushel is sold. An agricultural operating line of credit bridges that gap — giving you the capital to execute your operation and the flexibility to repay on your terms.

Unlike traditional business lines of credit that expect monthly payments regardless of income timing, our ag operating lines are structured around your production cycle. Draw down in spring, carry through the season, and repay at harvest or commodity sale. It's how farm finance is supposed to work.

Who This Is For

Row crop farmers with seasonal input cost spikes
Orchardists and specialty crop growers with long crop cycles
Dairies and livestock operations with ongoing feed and veterinary costs
Grass seed and hay producers with annual production cost cycles
Farm operations bridging the gap between planting and harvest
Agribusinesses needing revolving capital for operations and inventory

Key Features

What Makes This Program Work

Revolving Structure

Draw and repay repeatedly throughout the line's term. Funds become available again as you repay — no re-application required.

Harvest-Timed Repayment

Repayment schedules are aligned to your crop calendar — not a standard monthly schedule that ignores when you actually get paid.

Interest Only During Draw

Pay only interest on the amount drawn during the growing season. Full principal repayment at harvest or commodity sale.

Covers All Input Costs

Seeds, fertilizer, fuel, crop insurance premiums, hired labor, custom farming costs, and equipment rental — all eligible uses.

Commodity Price Flexibility

If commodity markets shift post-harvest, we can work with you on repayment timing — we're a relationship lender, not a servicer.

Cross-Collateralized Options

Lines can be cross-collateralized with real estate or equipment equity, enabling higher line amounts with favorable terms.

The Process

How It Works

1

Operating Review

We review your last 2 years of Schedule F returns and current crop plan to establish your input cost budget and appropriate line amount.

2

Collateral Assessment

We identify the optimal collateral structure — farm real estate, equipment, or a combination — to support the line amount you need.

3

Line Structuring

We build a line structure with a draw period, repayment window, and annual review terms aligned to your crop calendar and marketing plan.

4

Approval & Funding

Once approved, the line is established and available to draw as needed. Draw via check, wire, or electronic transfer — your choice.

5

Annual Renewal

Lines are reviewed annually. Submit updated financials before your draw period begins each season for seamless renewal and continued access.

Requirements

General Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of farm operating history with Schedule F documentation
Positive global cash flow from farm and off-farm combined income
Current crop insurance in force or commitment to obtain at draw
Real property or equipment collateral required for lines over $250K
Debt service coverage ratio of 1.10x or higher on total farm obligations
Annual line review and renewal with updated financials
Licensed in Oregon and California (NMLS #1498678)

Get in Touch

Ready to chat with one of our Ag specialists?

Schedule a consultation by calling us directly or completing the contact form — we'll get back to you within one business day to review your operation, walk through your options, and identify every program you qualify for. No cost, no obligation.

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503-966-9255

Mon – Fri, 8 am – 6 pm PT

Licensed in Oregon & California · NMLS #1498678 · Agricultural Lending Division

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Agricultural Lending Division · NMLS #1498678

Your Land. Your Terms.
Let's Build the Right Loan.

Our ag loan specialists will review your scenario, walk you through every option, and structure financing around how your operation actually works — with full transparency from first call to close.

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