USDA Farm Service Agency

It’s time to start prepping for tax season! If you participate in any of FSA’s farm loan or conservation programs, here’s a helpful resource: https://lnkd.in/gRHPxcPv

Signed into law on December 21, 2024, the American Relief Act extended the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (also known as the 2018 Farm Bill) for one year, as well as provided disaster relief appropriations and authorities and economic assistance to farmers, through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP).??ECAP provides up to $10 billion in total assistance to eligible producers who suffered economic losses related increased input costs and falling commodity prices in the 2024 crop year, helping them to pay down debt and obtain financing for the 2025 crop year.?? Learn more about how upcoming ECAP payments will support U.S. farmers: https://lnkd.in/gHf3E8b5.

2025 USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum February 27-28, 2025 : Hybrid Event Join us at the 2025 USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF), the premier annual gathering for agriculture professionals. This event attracts over 1,800 in-person and thousands of virtual participants from across the globe. This year's program features USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer presenting the latest outlook for agricultural markets and trade, along with many distinguished speakers and 30 breakout sessions. Explore exhibit booths showcasing the important missions of USDA agencies and recent USDA-funded innovations. Don't miss the two pre-Forum field trips! Register now ! Limited space available. https://lnkd.in/eFqrj9wB

Zach Ducheneaux has served as the administrator of USDA’s Farm Service Agency since February 2021. The son of a rancher, Ducheneaux has spent the last four years working alongside the agency’s dedicated employees to improve FSA’s tools and programs, taking steps to provide a better workplace, and delivering over 50 programs. All while delivering tens of billions of dollars of investment in millions of producers, producing countless different crops and products, and helping navigate through one of the biggest economic catastrophes in our lifetime.?https://lnkd.in/eYH6aSgu

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Sign Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Pheasants Forever (PF) and Quail Forever (QF) are proud to announce a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The MOU solidifies decades of partnership collaboration to mutually conserve quality wildlife habitat through 2029 via habitat management of grasslands and uplands, conservation program promotion, personnel training, and providing technical assistance to landowners. PF & QF will collaborate with USDA agencies, including the Forest Service (FS), Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service. https://lnkd.in/e7e-zuNn

Earlier this year, we unveiled new online tools and farm loan resources for producers in partnership with @farm_raise. In this Ask the Expert, @JayceHafner, FarmRaise’s CEO, answers questions about FarmRaise, the partnership with @USDAFSA and the FSA Educational Hub.?https://lnkd.in/dNXmxdxy

Out of an office in suburban Ravenna, Ohio, the Cleveland USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) serves a community that is two counties away. Cleveland’s FSA Urban Office was announced in fall of 2023 as part of USDA’s effort to broaden agriculture opportunities in large cities. It was one of 17 announced at that time. Since then, Tristam Mizak, the Urban County Executive Director for the Cleveland office, has been operating from an office in neighboring Ravenna, as officials work to secure appropriate space in the heart of Cleveland. But that hasn’t stopped Mizak Tristam from reaching out to potential urban customers.? “One of the biggest challenges we’ll face until our permanent office opens is our separation from the community and our partners,” Tristam said Mizak. “With our suburban location, our farmers aren’t able to simply stop by and talk to us about what they’re doing in their gardens and on their farms. While telephone, email, and virtual meetings help us bridge the divide, nothing replaces talking to someone face-to-face.” Out of an office in suburban Ravenna, Ohio, the Cleveland USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) serves a community that is two counties away. Cleveland’s FSA Urban Office was announced in fall of 2023 as part of USDA’s effort to broaden agriculture opportunities in large cities. It was one of 17 announced at that time. https://lnkd.in/e5hbmK8H

USDA Announces Investments for Tribal Communities and Acequias and Finalizes Agreements with Irrigation Districts to Produce Water-Saving Commodities Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack revealed the next steps in the USDA’s Water-Saving Commodities program. The announcement includes the selection of three Indian Irrigation Projects supported by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and a new initiative to aid acequias in the Southwest, partnering with New Mexico and Colorado conservation districts. These efforts aim to enhance agricultural production while reducing water losses in Western communities. https://lnkd.in/gCbZzHnb

Upcoming Webinars for Farmers and Ranchers Are you a farmer or rancher navigating the complexities of tax season? Join us for two informative webinars to gain valuable insights and tips. Event: Hurricane and Disaster Tax Issues for Farmers and Ranchers Date: November 20, 2024 Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Eastern Presenter: JC Hobbs, Oklahoma State University Register: https://lnkd.in/eR_UNv4Z Event: Working with a Tax Professional Date: November 22, 2024 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Presenter: Kevin Burkett, Clemson University Register: https://lnkd.in/eA9KAHQ2 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eh5mJ_Am

The USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program – Application Period is Open! DUE January 31, 2025 APPLY TODAY! The USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program offers an incredible opportunity for students interested in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines at a Tribal college or university. What We Offer: Full Tuition and Fees: Covers all tuition, fees, and books. Paid Workforce Training: Gain practical experience through a paid internship. Seamless Transition: Transfer from a two-year associate program at a Tribal college or university (TCU) to a four-year bachelor’s degree program (at a TCU or another land-grant institution). Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors. Full-time students currently enrolled at a 1994 land-grant Tribal college or university. Recent TCU associate degree graduates. Benefits: Year-over-Year Support: Scholarship recipients can receive support until they graduate. Permanent Employment: Potential to convert to a permanent USDA employee upon completing the scholarship requirements, including the internship. Key Dates: Program Start: Fall 2025 Application Deadline: January 31, 2025 For more information, visit the USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program or email [email protected]. https://lnkd.in/gDWMDtSc