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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.

$6.5B

Prevented in food stamp fraud and taxpayer theft.

Results for Rural America

$70B+

Delivered to farmers through direct assistance, conservation, and crop insurance.

$50M

Nearly $50 million in Farm to School awards to bring more local food into school meals.

$851M+

Obligated through 5,100+ NRCS contracts for whole-farm regenerative agriculture practices, exceeding the $700M goal. Only 1 in 6 applications were approved in FY26 due to demand.

3

Active cases of NWS after nearly 120 days (v. 90,000 in Texas in 1972).

$2.5B

Saved annually in labor costs by reforming AEWR for H-2A labor.

7.5%

Increase in fresh foods purchased in the first year of the Trump Administration.

28

Staple foods including protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables, that must be stocked to accept SNAP benefits.

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.

300,000

Acre-feet of water delivered from Mexico, with more expected to fulfill the commitment.

+29%

Increase in corn exports, alongside gains in dairy and ethanol.

$500M

For regional beef processing.

$40B+

Delivered to revitalize rural America.

$1.3B+

Invested to protect American livestock from New World screwworm.

$263M

Planned purchases of U.S.-produced food for nutrition assistance programs.

51%

Forecasted agricultural trade deficit reduction.

1,167

SNAP fraud arrests and 6,014 fraudulent retailers caught.

Help and Resources

Disaster Assistance
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USDA helps farmers, ranchers, families, and communities prepare for and recover from hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other natural disasters.
Loans, Grants and Funding
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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
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From fostering continued economic growth to addressing food security, the United States can continue to be a leader in global agriculture.
Farming and Ranching
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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

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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.
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Prevent Wildfires

Learn the latest news and updates about current wildfires and prevention.
Eat Real Food

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Learn about food, nutrition, and healthy eating.

Farmers.gov

Find USDA services and resources for farmers, ranchers and producers.