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The Rural Community Action Guide: A Resource by and for Rural Community Leadership The opioid epidemic has disproportionately impacted rural communities. To help small town America, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy created the “Rural Community Action Guide: Building Stronger, Healthy, Drug-Free Rural Communities” (RCAG).

Conserving the Land Upon Which We Farm Farm Credit understands the vital connection between farmers and their land, as well as the importance of preserving our natural resources. These beliefs have motivated Farm Credit to be a long-standing sponsor of the Leopold Conservation Award.

TestIT App Enables Broadband Testing Nation-Wide As Farm Credit continues to advocate for broadband access in rural America, we partnered with the National Association of Counties (NACo) to develop TestIT, an easy-to-use app that provides real-time information about internet speeds across the country.

Farm Credit Supports Farmworkers Transitioning to Farmers Farm Credit was proud to sponsor the 2019 Latino Farmer Conference in support of the fastest growing population of farmers throughout California, Latinos transitioning from farmworkers to farmers.

MANRRS: Melding self-confidence and a passion for ag Through MANRRS, Celize Christy met new friends, established a network and developed a sense of community. She found her place.

Farm Credit Supports Tools for Young Farmers Seeking Land Secure land tenure is the foundation of a viable farm business.

The Twelve Days of Farm Credit Join us for “12 Days of Farm Credit,” as we highlight the efforts of our customers and say thanks for bringing the magic to this holiday season.  Cookies for Santa and

Farm Credit Gives Thanks Farm Credit is grateful for the farmers who raised the grain, fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy and nuts that will find their way to dining room tables across America this Thanksgiving.

Farm Credit Video Contest Winners Donate Prize Money to Local Organizations As winners of the People’s Choice Award in the Farm Credit One Mission. Many Voices. video contest, the Slomchinski’s won $10,000 to distribute to local causes of their choosing. They chose to split the funds between three organizations they felt make a difference in their community. 

Forest Foundation Talks about Trees The California Forest Foundation’s long-running Talk About Trees program educates young people about the benefits of sustainable forestry. Talk About Trees provides balanced, science-based information about the environmental, economic and societal uses of forest resources for present and future generations.