USDA 9003 Loans

A USDA 9003 loan from Madison One CUSO can enable your business to expand its biofuel, renewable chemical, and biobased product manufacturing capabilities.

Secure Up to $250 Million in Funding From the USDA 9003 Program

Developing more sustainable manufacturing practices is a critical—and expensive—venture. But many businesses attempting to break into the advanced biofuel, biorefinery, renewable chemical, or biobased product industries don’t have the funds to build new facilities with the latest technology, and some may have existing debt holding them back.

The Section 9003 Program, otherwise known as the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program, was created by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help these companies grow.

As a top USDA lender, Madison One CUSO can help eligible businesses obtain up to $250 million in USDA 9003 funding, with up to 80% guaranteed by the federal government.

Who Is Eligible?

Nearly any entity or individual involved in new or emerging sustainable technologies can apply for the USDA 9003 program, including higher education institutions, farm cooperatives, corporations, and Indian tribes. The borrower’s project must be located in a U.S. state or territory, and the borrower and other involved parties must make a significant equity contribution. Additionally, the USDA will only guarantee up to 80% of eligible project costs.

How Can I Use USDA 9003 Funds?

Borrowers can use 9003 funds to develop, construct, or retrofit commercial-scale biorefineries or biobased product manufacturing facilities. According to the USDA, most projects must involve new technology that isn’t widely used in other commercial facilities, but biorefineries can use existing eligible technologies. In some cases, 9003 funds may be used for refinancing. If you’re not sure your project is eligible for USDA 9003 funding, schedule a consultation with the Madison One CUSO team.

Ready To Pursue USDA 9003 Financing?

Whether you’re planning to construct a brand-new commercial-scale biorefinery or equip your existing facility with advanced processing or manufacturing equipment, you may be able to fund your project through the USDA 9003 program. Speak with a Madison One CUSO team member to learn if you may be eligible.

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Why Choose Madison One CUSO as Your USDA 9003 Lender?

Securing USDA 9003 loans is extremely difficult—even for accomplished lenders. You only have two opportunities a year to submit your two-phase loan application, and rejection means you must wait six months to try again. If you want to avoid the headache of several application cycles, you need a lender that understands the ins and outs of the USDA 9003 program.

At Madison One CUSO, our experts have decades of combined experience structuring and closing government-guaranteed loans. As one of the top USDA lenders in the nation, we know how to improve your chances of success—as evidenced by our over 80% close rate on signed term sheets.

Finance Your Company’s Future With a Government Guarantee

If your business has been planning a large-scale construction project or significant upgrades to your equipment, you have probably explored several loan options. However, conventional loan programs weren’t designed for your industry and would require you to settle for short terms and substantial balloon payments. USDA 9003 loans from Madison One CUSO offer long term lengths, reasonable interest rates, amortizing without balloon payments, and a guarantee from the government.

The 9003 application process may seem overwhelming, but Madison One CUSO is here to guide you through every step. After an initial consultation determining your eligibility, we immediately begin gathering documentation, planning your loan, and issuing a term sheet with the loan details. We handle the logistics, like underwriting and application submissions, so that you can focus on your business without worrying about your loan’s status.

Contact our team today to discuss your USDA 9003 loan options and start the application process.

Looking For Other Loan Options?

If your project doesn’t qualify for 9003 funds, you may be able to apply for another government-guaranteed financing program. Explore Madison One CUSO’s USDA loan products to learn if you may be eligible for the B&I, REAP, or Food Supply Chain programs.

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