Programs

Are Northeast Small Farmers in a Financing Fix?

Report Available

Over the last two years, The Carrot Project created, tested, and implemented the Farmers’ Financing Needs Assessment to gain a better understanding of the financing obstacles facing small and midsized farms. The survey portion of the Assessment was completed by 706 farms in New York and the New England States.

The information gained from this survey is important to guide the development of financing and technical assistance programs to meet the needs of the regions’ farmers. The report answers questions such as what type of farmer (by stage and type of operation and by region) is unable to find adequate financing and what type of lending options and equity funding would be appropriate.

The Carrot Project is grateful for the support of the 4 member Working Group guiding the project, the over 700 farmers who completed the survey, and the 35 non-profits, universities, and government agencies that helped with farmer outreach.

To download a copy of Are Northeast Small Farmers in a Financing Fix? Research Results on Financing Gaps and Program Opportunities (561Kb) CLICK HERE.

To download Highlights & Key Findings from the report (111 kb) CLICK HERE.

To download a copy of the report without appendices (266Kb) CLICK HERE.

To download appendices only (434 Kb) CLICK HERE.

If you would like a copy of the report sent to you by mail, please contact info@thecarrotproject.org.