Local Producer Loan Program

Through the Local Producer Loan Program, Whole Foods Market makes $10 million available annually for low-interest loans to small, local producers. Eligible products include agricultural crops, value-added food products, and other all-natural grocery items. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis (see instructions below).

If you are considering applying for a loan, please remember that loan recipients must:

• Meet Whole Foods Market's Quality Standards
• Use funds for expansion (e.g., buy more animals or new equipment/infrastructure, expand crops), not operating expenses
• Meet Whole Foods Market's Animal Compassion Standards (if meat or dairy producers)
• Have a viable business plan and adequate cash flow to service debt.