USDA Moves Rural Loans Out of Federal Register
Published Date: 6/18/2026
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Summary
The USDA’s Rural Business-Cooperative Service is now accepting loan applications for the Intermediary Relending Program in Fiscal Year 2026. Starting next year, all funding announcements will be posted only on their website, not in the Federal Register, so keep an eye online for updates. This program helps local groups get loans to support small businesses and community projects in rural areas.
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FY2026 Rural Relending Loans Open
You can apply for loans under the USDA Rural Business‑Cooperative Service Intermediary Relending Program for Fiscal Year 2026. The Agency announced acceptance of loan applications on June 18, 2026 to help local groups make loans that support small businesses and community projects in rural areas.
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