By Jamie Martin
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the 2025 marketing assistance loan rate for upland cotton at 52.00 cents per pound. This rate supports farmers with interim financing, enabling them to store their crops after harvest and sell them later when market prices are more favorable.
Marketing assistance loans are a vital tool for producers, offering stability during periods of fluctuating market prices. The 2025 loan rate applies to base quality upland cotton, which includes specific characteristics such as a color grade of 41, staple length of 1-1/16 inches, and strength between 26.0-28.9 grams per tex.
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 determines the loan rate based on the average adjusted prevailing world price from the past two marketing years. It is designed to provide equitable support for producers, ensuring the rate remains within 45 to 52 cents per pound.
USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) continues to empower America’s agricultural community by delivering essential programs. These include credit, conservation, and disaster recovery initiatives, ensuring a sustainable and equitable food system.
For more details about USDA programs, visit fsa.usda.gov.
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