Tag: farm_service_agency
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USDA Unveils Enhanced Disaster Aid and Commodity Loans on Act Anniversary
USDA Secretary Brooke L. Rollins announced major enhancements to disaster assistance and commodity loan programs, strengthening support for livestock, orchard, nursery tree, cotton, and sugar producers, marking the Working Families Tax Cuts Act's first anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentAgricultureEconomyGeneral Politics Disaster AssistanceCommodity LoansFarm Service AgencyWorking Families Tax Cuts ActBrooke L. RollinsDonald J. Trump
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USDA Accepts 2.2 Million Acres for 2026 Conservation Reserve Program
USDA's Farm Service Agency has accepted 2.2 million acres into the 2026 Conservation Reserve Program. This initiative offers incentive payments to landowners for conservation efforts, benefiting both agricultural operations and natural resources.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentAgricultureEnvironmentEconomy USDAConservation Reserve ProgramCRPFarm Service AgencyFSANatural Resources
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USDA Launches Online Appointment Scheduling for Farmers and Ranchers
The USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) has introduced a new online scheduling tool, Microsoft Bookings, allowing farmers and ranchers to conveniently book in-person or virtual appointments with local offices. This initiative aims to improve accessibility for producers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentAgricultureComputers and InternetEconomy USDAFarm Service AgencyFSAonline schedulingfarmersranchers
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USDA Announces July 2026 Loan Rates for Farmers
The USDA has announced its July 2026 loan interest rates, effective July 1, 2026. These Farm Service Agency loans provide vital capital for agricultural producers to start or expand operations, purchase equipment, and manage cash flow.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentAgricultureFinancial Markets USDAFarm Service AgencyAgricultural ProducersLoan Interest RatesFarmingLoans
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USDA Launches Modernized Crop Acreage Reporting Pilot Program
USDA's Farm Service Agency launches a pilot program to modernize crop acreage reporting, aiming for efficiency and consistency. Farmers must report by July 15 for most crops, with deadlines varying. This initiative is part of the 'One Farmer, One File'…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentAgricultureEconomy USDAFarm Service AgencyAcreage ReportingFarmersModernizationPilot Program
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USDA FSA Opens Nominations for County Committees
Farmers and ranchers can now nominate themselves or others to serve on USDA Farm Service Agency county committees. These committees make important local decisions on federal farm programs. Nominations for the 2026 election close August 3, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentAgricultureElectionGeneral Politics USDAFarm Service AgencyFSACounty CommitteesNominationsFarmersRanchers
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USDA Announces June 2026 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers
The USDA Farm Service Agency has released its June 2026 loan interest rates. These rates provide crucial capital access for agricultural producers to start or expand operations, purchase equipment, and manage cash flow, effective June 1.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyAgricultureFederal GovernmentBanking USDAFarm Service AgencyAgricultural LoansLending RatesFarmingJune 2026Capital Access
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USDA Provides Drought Loan Assistance to Farmers in Impacted Counties
Governor Jim Pillen announced USDA Farm Service Agency will provide loan assistance to farmers in drought-impacted counties. This aid aims to support agricultural producers facing financial hardship due to adverse weather.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWeatherGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsAgricultureEconomyEnvironment Jim PillenUSDAFarm Service AgencyDroughtLoan AssistanceFarmersNebraskaOffice of Nebraska Governor