Cactus Feeders expands contract hog business

Jager Robinson
May 26, 2020
May 26, 2020

hog barn construction loan — Farms often invest in new livestock facilities for an additional source of revenue, to better utilize farm resources and to reduce fertilizer costs for row crop production. Typical financing for hog barns involves a construction loan and then permanent financing for a 10- to 15-year term.
Photo courtesy of National Pork Board and the Pork Checkoff

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The thought of expansion during the coronavirus is not something many are considering, but for Cactus Family Farms, it’s the only way forward.

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Reach Reporter Jager Robinson at 605-335-7300, email jager.robinson@lee.net or follow on Twitter @Jager_Robinson.