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USDA has removed unnecessary regulations to increase private investment in rural businesses and rural economic development projects and to improve customer service.

USDA Rural Development is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Through our programs, we help rural Americans in many ways. Together, America Prospers.

Current Publications

Tribal Toolkit
Collaborating for Prosperity with American Indians and Alaska Natives;

Rural Development Brochures - View all
Learn how USDA Rural Development programs can help you and your rural community 

Fact Sheets- View all
These are printable, interactive versions of the Program 101 tabs for each of the programs offered by USDA Rural Development.

Regulations & Guidelines - View all
All Federal regulations can be found at Regulations.gov

Reports - View all

 

Resources

Check Eligibility

This site is used to evaluate the likelihood that a potential applicant would be eligible for program assistance. In order to be eligible for many USDA loans, household income must meet certain guidelines.
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Lender Portal

This innovative resource allows for electronic reporting by lenders to Rural Development's agencies, including the Rural Business-Cooperative Service, the Rural Utilities Service, and the Rural Housing Service.
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Home Loan Servicing

As a part of USDA Rural Development, our mission is to be a cost-effective service provider that strives to help homeowners and their families remain successful homeowners throughout the term of the loan.
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Local Offices

USDA Service Centers are designed to be a single location where customers can access the services provided by the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Rural Development agencies.
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Rural Development Multimedia

Cooperative Month 2020

Read more about the Co-op Month Proclamation signed by Secretary Sonny Perdue. | PDF