U.S. Department of Agriculture

Agricultural Experiment Stations

Funds for research at land-grant colleges on problems related to agriculture, forestry, and rural life.

Agricultural Management Assistance

Helps agricultural producers in states where crop insurance is generally not adequate to manage risk.

Agricultural Market Development and Trade

Grants to expand commercial export markets for U.S. agricultural commodities and products.

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative

Competitive grants supporting fundamental and applied research, education, and extension in food and agricultural sciences.

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program

Education, training, and technical assistance for beginning farmers and ranchers to develop farm businesses.

Biomass Crop Assistance Program

Financial assistance to establish and produce biomass energy crops for energy production facilities.

Broadband Grants and Loans

Loans and grants to provide and improve broadband service in rural areas lacking adequate service.

Commodity Loans and Loan Deficiency Payments

Nonrecourse marketing loans for feed grains, wheat, cotton, oilseeds, peanuts, and other commodities.

Community Facilities Loans and Grants

Loans and grants to develop essential community facilities in rural areas including healthcare, education, and public safety.

Conservation Reserve Program (CRP)

Annual rental payments to farmers who remove environmentally sensitive land from production for conservation.

Cooperative Extension Service

Formula grants to land-grant universities for research, education, and extension of knowledge in agriculture and related sciences.

Cooperative Research Partnership Grants

Research partnerships between USDA and academic institutions to address agricultural challenges.

Crop Protection and Pest Management

Applied research and extension to address crop pests and improve integrated pest management systems.

Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants

Grants to fund telecommunications equipment and training for rural hospitals, schools, and libraries.

Emergency Watershed Protection Program

Emergency assistance for flood prevention and watershed repair measures after natural disasters.

Environmental Quality Incentive Program — Organic Transition

Incentive payments for producers transitioning from conventional to certified organic production practices.

Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)

Cost-share payments for conservation practices that benefit soil, water, and air quality on farms.

Farm Operating Loans

Direct and guaranteed loans for farm operating expenses including seed, equipment, and family living costs.

Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program

Grants to support farmers markets, roadside stands, community-supported agriculture, and other local food enterprises.

Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowships

Fellowships for students pursuing graduate degrees in food and agricultural sciences disciplines with national need.

Food Safety Outreach Program

Outreach and training to improve food safety practices among food system workers and agricultural producers.

Forest Health Protection

Cooperative programs to protect national and private forests from insects, diseases, and invasive plants.

Grants for Agricultural Research

Competitive research grants for agricultural and food sciences to address national priorities.

Grants for Agricultural Research — Special Research Grants

Competitive research grants for pressing agricultural problems including insects, plant diseases, and animal health.

Hispanic-Serving Agricultural Colleges and Universities Program

Formula grants to Hispanic-serving colleges to strengthen agricultural science programs.

Indian Tribes and Tribal Corporations — Loans

Loans and grants to Indian tribes and tribal corporations for farming and business development on tribal land.

Integrated Programs

Systems-level research integrating biological, physical, and socioeconomic factors in agriculture.

Livestock Forage Disaster Program

Assistance to eligible livestock producers who suffered grazing losses due to drought or fire.

Milk Income Loss Contract Program

Direct payments to dairy operations when domestic milk prices fall below a specified target price.

Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative

Research on organic production systems to improve yield, pest control, and market development.

Organic Cost Share Program

Shares the cost of organic certification for producers and handlers transitioning to organic production.

Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers

Outreach to socially disadvantaged farmers including minority, women, and beginning farmers for USDA program participation.

Plant and Animal Disease, Pest Control, and Animal Care

Cooperative agreements to control and eradicate plant and animal pests and diseases.

ReConnect Broadband Program

Grants to provide broadband access in rural areas that lack sufficient broadband infrastructure.

Rural Business Development Grants

Grants for rural businesses and rural economic development projects targeted to small businesses.

Rural Community Development Initiative

Grants to intermediary organizations to build capacity of low-income rural communities and tribal areas.

Rural Development Business Grants

Grants to rural businesses and communities to stimulate economic development and job creation.

Rural Housing Loans

Direct and guaranteed loans for home purchase, construction, and repair in rural areas for low-income families.

Schools and Roads Payments to Counties

Payments to counties containing National Forest System land in lieu of taxes to fund schools and roads.

Schools and Roads — Grants to States

Payments to states with national forests and other federal lands to support public schools and roads.

Soil and Water Conservation Programs

Technical and financial assistance to landowners for soil and water conservation practices.

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

Block grants to states to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops including fruits, vegetables, and tree nuts.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

Competitive grants for farmer-led research and outreach to develop innovative sustainable agricultural practices.

Tribal Colleges Endowment Program

Endowment grants to tribal colleges to support agricultural education programs.

Urban and Community Forestry Program

Grants to develop and improve urban forestry programs and tree canopy in cities and towns.

Value-Added Producer Grants

Grants to agricultural producers to develop strategies for marketing value-added agricultural products.

Water and Waste Disposal Loans and Grants

Financial assistance for clean water systems and sanitary waste disposal in rural communities.

Water and Waste Disposal Systems Grants

Grants to develop clean and reliable drinking water and waste disposal systems in rural areas.

Watershed Surveys and Planning

Technical and financial assistance for watershed protection, flood prevention, and resource planning.

Wetlands Reserve Program

Voluntary program for landowners to protect and restore wetlands on agricultural land.

Wildlife Services

Cooperative programs to control wildlife damage to agriculture, property, and natural resources.