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Did you know that USDA has several Electric Programs to help support rural families, businesses and communities? Find out more about USDA's Electric Programs here: Electric Programs | Rural Development (usda.gov)

USDA announced today that they are making available $25 million through the Broadband Technical Assistance (BTA) Program to help expand affordable, high-speed internet projects in rural communities. Read announcement here: rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-…

Just In: USDA and Reinvestment Fund Launch New Program to Increase Access to Healthy Foods in Underserved Communities Link to News Release: usda.gov/media/press-re…

ICYMI: Check out our June edition of Innovation Matters for funding opportunities, resources, events and learning. Link to newsletter: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Happening right now! USDA is excited to be participating in a Homeownership Month Event happening in Greenville. Find out more about our housing programs here: rd.usda.gov/programs-servi…

USDA is partnering with rural Americans by investing in clean energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to clean energy and create jobs for U.S. farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers. Link to News Release: rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-…

Attn. Lenders and Realtors! Don't miss out on this LIVE, virtual training opportunity! USDA's Top Tips for Successfully Navigating Appraisal and Property Requirements. Link to Register: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Attn Realtors and SFH Guaranteed Lenders: Don't miss this LIVE, virtual training opportunity. Learn how to calculate income and assets for USDA approvals! Register now for Free Webinar here: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Just in: "Biden-Harris Administration Invests Over $2.3 Million in Meat and Poultry Processing to Strengthen Food Supply Chain, Increase Competition, and Lower Food Costs in Rural South Carolina." rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-…

Attention recent graduates -- We're Hiring! South Carolina USDA Rural Development has two vacancies in the following locations: Aiken, Anderson, Orangeburg, and Spartanburg. Job Announcement closes on 7/23/2024. Apply today here: usajobs.gov/job/800175200

Just in! Check out our most recent issue of "Innovation Matters" for the latest in USDA funding opportunities, upcoming events and learning, most recent publications and much more! Link to bulletin: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Coming up: USDA will host a workshop for potential applicants and existing grantees of technical assistance and revolving fund grant programs. Presented by: USDA Rural Utilities Service, Water and Environmental Programs Register here: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/2955c2a0…

ICYMI: USDA is launching a program to increase economic safety net options for rural home loan borrowers facing financial hardship. For more details: rd.usda.gov/sites/default/…

USDA is partnering with farmers and small businesses to expand access to clean energy and lower energy bills through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) and the Rural Energy for America Technical Assistance Grant Program. For more details: rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-…

USDA announced today that the Department is seeking applications from local lenders for funding to help create jobs and improve economic conditions for people in rural communities. The funding is made available under the Intermediary Relending Program rd.usda.gov/media/file/dow…

Happening right NOW!! USDA is thrilled to be participating in the Marlboro County Affordable Housing Summit! When rural America prospers, all of America prospers!

ICYMI: USDA just announced application window for Food Access and Retail Expansion, a new program under the Healthy Food Financing Initiative. For more details: rd.usda.gov/media/file/dow…

Good morning! Check out our latest edition of "Innovation Matters". Find out the latest news about Opportunities, Resources, Events and Learning at USDA. Link below: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAR…

Today we welcome Jacob French as the newly appointed State Director for USDA Rural Development in South Carolina. We look forward to the coming years of serving rural South Carolina with Director French!