Petersen calls for action on RFA and farmer-lender mediation

The commissioner of agriculture in Minnesota is urging state lawmakers to support legislation that can help farmers through difficult financial times. Thom Petersen says the Rural Finance Authority allows the Department of Agriculture to make loans to farmers. “We need some more okay on our authority, so we’re seeking $50 million to get that done. […]

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