It's #MainStreetMonday in Mora, Minnesota! Mora is home to a large wooden Dala horse, which is a traditionally carved and painted horse statue originating from Sweden. The city also hosts the Vasaloppet USA each February, the largest cross-country skiing event in Minnesota!

Our Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) Program promotes economic development and job creation in rural communities. The deadline for RBDG applications is Feb. 28, 2025! Learn more here: tinyurl.com/37bh27ub

JUST ANNOUNCED: Minnesota Invests Over $15 Million in Clean Energy Investments for 130 Farms and Rural Small Businesses Read more here: tinyurl.com/3k22fpry

Greetings from Madelia! Home to just over 2,300 people, this city sits near the Watonwan River where paddlers can travel the 30-mile segment from Madelia to Garden City #MainStreetMonday

Is your rural business in need of working capital? Our Business & Industry (B&I) Loan Guarantees Program provides loan guarantees to commercial lenders for loans to eligible rural businesses. Applications are accepted year-round: tinyurl.com/3mu3h9tj

USDA will host a webinar on December 11th at 4 p.m. ET to share information on financial and technical assistance available to expand the domestic industrial hemp industry. Register here: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

Our offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving. Our staff will be working remotely on Nov. 28. We will reopen our offices on Monday, Dec. 2.🍂 #Thanksgiving #USDA #RuralDevelopment

Greetings from Windom, pop. 4,798! Located in the Coteau des Prairies, Windom was named after William Windom, the Senator of Minnesota from 1881 to 1883 who later served as the U.S. Secretary of Treasury #MainStreetMonday

❗️Stakeholder Announcement❗️ USDA Rural Development has launched a new pilot program to assist rural homeowners in repairing and rehabilitating their homes. View the full announcement here: tinyurl.com/mrxpex9h

JUST ANNOUNCED: USDA Invests $485 Million to Strengthen Rural Electric and Water Infrastructure in Minnesota Read more here: tinyurl.com/3yc7hu73

NEWS RELEASE: Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Program to Support Wood Processing Facilities and Help Reduce Wildfire Threats: usda.gov/article/biden-… USDA Forest Service

📢 Through the new Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program, Rural Development and USDA Forest Service will support wood processing to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risks on National Forest lands. Learn more: tinyurl.com/m9x99rap

STAKEHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENT: USDA to Host Jan. 8 Webinar on Resources to Improve Rural Economies and Enhance Local Arts and Community Centers: rd.usda.gov/media/file/dow…

Our 2024 Annual Report is now available! This report provides a comprehensive overview of Rural Development's funding and award totals in 2024. View the full report here: tinyurl.com/yzt4282n

January Innovation Matters now up and ready to read! Learn more about our new Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (TPEP), and everything else we're doing here at RD: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Welcome to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Secretary Brooke Rollins!

USDA’s 2025 Agricultural Outlook Forum is right around the corner! This is your chance to connect with top professionals in the ag industry, and gain insights into the future of agriculture! Register today for in-person or online attendance: reg.eventmobi.com/USDAOutlookFor…

Rural Development has the tools to help our nation’s rural communities flourish. With programs funding rural internet service, water treatment plants, farm labor housing, and much more, you’re likely to find what you need with RD: rd.usda.gov/programs-servi…

On #NationalAgDay, we recognize the unwavering dedication of American farmers, ranchers, and ag workers for providing the food and resources that sustain our communities. USDA is committed to supporting their vital work & ensuring a strong future for generations to come. #AgDay25

📢 USDA will release previously obligated funding under the REAP, New ERA and PACE programs. This underscores the Trump Administration's commitment to rural communities and their essential role in building a stronger, more energy secure America. usda.gov/about-usda/new…