Here’s How Farmers Are Using USDA's $121 Million for Rural Development

The funds will be dispersed to rural America, where “communities deserve investments that will strengthen all of our resilience,” according to Dr. Jewel Bronaugh, USDA deputy secretary.
The funds will be dispersed to rural America, where “communities deserve investments that will strengthen all of our resilience,” according to Dr. Jewel Bronaugh, USDA deputy secretary.
( Farm Journal)

USDA announced $121 million in “critical infrastructure” improvements through 289 projects on Wednesday, by way of the Inflation Reduction Act. 

The funds will be dispersed to rural America, where “communities deserve investments that will strengthen all of our resilience,” according to Dr. Jewel Bronaugh, USDA deputy secretary.

“The Biden-Harris Administration has created a roadmap for how we can…expand access to renewable energy infrastructure,” Bronaugh said. “The investments we’re announcing today…will strengthen our energy security, create good-paying jobs and save Americans money on their energy costs.”

Where will ag see these funds?

While this rural development funding comes with a hefty price tag, where will it have an impact? 

Here are examples of how the funds will be used in your area:

Rural Dev Investments

To read the full list of projects, recipients and grants, and learn how to apply for funding like this, visit USDA.gov.

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