Ag producers balance an obligation to our families and to our impact on the environment. Producers take this challenge seriously and we are proud to partner to impact their bottom line through programs that help them convert to sustainable, reliable clean energy. #REAP

Attention Single Family Housing Direct borrowers - The President has declared a disaster, which may have impacted the area in which your property is located. To obtain info, please contact a customer service rep at 1-888-796-0538 or TDD/TTY 1-800-438-1832. rd.usda.gov/resources/rura…

We are thinking of everyone in the path of this storm.

Regional Food Business Centers support a more resilient, diverse, and competitive food system by providing localized assistance, including linking producers to wholesalers and distributors. Thanks to AMS for inviting us to be a partner in this important work.

Following Hurricane Helene and Milton it's critical that USDA Rural Development is responsive in the coming months. I want to thank the teams on the ground for their commitment to this work. We are thinking of all of those impacted.

Congratulations to Standing Rock Telecom on this ReConnect award that will bring high-speed broadband to ranches, farms, businesses and residents in North and South Dakota. We are honored to make the National announcement impacting the Dakotas and eight other states.

.RD Undersecretary Basil I. Gooden, PhD is in Old Fort, NC listening to the community needs in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

I traveled with North Carolina State Director Reginald Speight to areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, including Asheville. We know the road to recovery is a long one. The team at USDA Rural Development is working with local government officials and partners to assist.

Proud to make this National announcement from Standing Rock Reservation. Rural American's opportunities expand when they have access to high-speed broadband.

“We know many areas impacted are still reeling. We know this effort will take time. USDA Rural Development will be here for the recovery.” RD Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden was in North Carolina yesterday, touring the damage caused by Hurricane Helene around the Asheville area

This self-help housing project groundbreaking is a celebration of the resiliency of North Carolina. I appreciate the invitation to join you.

Thanks to the team in Rural Development North Carolina for the tremendous work they do to expand housing access.

Congratulations to the team South Dakota on today's announcement. Coops and producers in six states, including South Dakota have Fertilizer Production Expansion Program awards. This program invests in rural American jobs and strengthens the economy. Congratulations.

Thanks to KOCO in Oklahoma City for the interview. We announced a $10 Million dollar investment in Sardis Lake Water Authority to make sure rural residents have access to clean water. Rural Development is proud to serve rural America.

We're very excited to announce that Dr. RD Undersecretary Basil I. Gooden, PhD, Undersecretary of Rural Development, will deliver a keynote address at #RuralTalks! Join us December 3-4 in Little Rock, AR, to meet #RuralLeaders and maximize your partnership with LISC! lisc.org/ruralseminar20… @RuralGov

I enjoyed sharing the successes and impact Rural Development has had over the last few years. There is still much work to do to support rural America and I'm proud of our team and programs of the Biden-Harris Administration.

USDA staff and employees attend the USDA Veterans Day Wellness Walk and Observance at the USDA Headquarters, Washington, D.C., on Thursday, November 14, 2024. #PhotoOfTheWeek

Thanks to all the state directors at USDA RD for advocating and working for rural America. I appreciate the time with the northeast directors last week. Keep up the good fight.