Farm Credit Opens Doors for Red Tape Reduction Talks
Published Date: 1/30/2025
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Summary
The Farm Credit Administration is holding a public meeting on February 13, 2025, where they’ll approve past meeting notes and discuss final rules to reduce regulatory hassle. Anyone interested can watch in person or online by registering a day ahead. This update affects farmers and lenders by aiming to make rules simpler and less costly.
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