7.5%
Increase in fresh foods purchased in the first year of the Trump Administration.
The Trump Administration is Fighting for Rural America
USDA is putting farmers and ranchers first and delivering results across American agriculture.
2M
Family farms protected from increased death tax.
20
Trade deals and frameworks secured for American agriculture.
$6.1B
Prevented in food stamp fraud and taxpayer theft.
Results for Rural America
28
Staple foods including protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables, that must be stocked to accept SNAP money.
2.7M
Metric tons of U.S. fertilizer production coming online.
3.6M
Additional acres of grazing land mapped, identified, and opened by Forest Service and BLM for Federal grazing permit applications across the West.
16,000
Applications received for regenerative agriculture pilot.
23
States approved to take junk food out of SNAP.
$2.5B
Saved annually in labor costs by reforming AEWR for H-2A labor.
300,000
Acre-feet of water delivered from Mexico, with more expected to fulfill the commitment.
3
Active cases of NWS after nearly 120 days (v. 90,000 in Texas in 1972).
Help and Resources
Disaster Assistance
Turn to USDA to find assistance and recovery help when disasters like winter storms, drought, and wildfire impact your property, business, or life.
Loans, Grants and Funding
USDA offers a variety of grants, loans and other financial help, including pandemic relief to farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, researchers, and citizens.
Research and Science
From fostering continued economic growth to addressing food security, the United States can continue to be a leader in global agriculture.
Farming and Ranching
We maintain a strong safety net for America's farmers, ranchers and growers.
Veterans
Opportunities for Veterans in Rural Business
Whether returning home, transitioning to civilian life, or beginning a new career, USDA helps connect the military community with the tools, training, and opportunities needed to succeed.
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Health, Safety, and Services
Food Safety Recalls
We all have an active role in preventing foodborne illness and protecting public health.
Be sure to stay informed about product recalls and health alerts that could impact your family.
Be sure to stay informed about product recalls and health alerts that could impact your family.
