Regulatory, Compliance & Labor
Farm FSA Loan Compliance Checklist
A checklist for FSA loan compliance, used by borrowers with Farm Service Agency loans to keep applications, agreements, records and reports in one place and confirm each rule with your FSA loan officer.
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What is on this checklist
- FSA loan application and approval letter
- Signed agreement and any amendments
- Approved farm operating plan
- Insurance and collateral requirements met
- Financial statements updated for the lender
- Loan use matches the approved purpose
- Payment or reimbursement records
- Reporting dates on your calendar
- Agency contact name and phone
How to use this checklist
Print a few copies and keep them where the work happens. Go item by item, tick OK, FIX or N/A, and write what needs attention in the notes.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with FSA Farm Loans and USDA Farm Service Agency.
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