US Agriculture Department Invested $480 Million in Pennsylvania in 2025

Rural Development grants and loans focused on economic development and affordable housing.

(Harrisburg, PA, January 15, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) announced $480 million in investments were made in rural communities across Pennsylvania in fiscal year 2025. These investments were made to boost the Commonwealth's economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural infrastructure, and encourage private investment in rural America.

"President Trump is delivering on his promise to help rural American's purchase homes, secure the high-paying skilled trade jobs of the future, and have access to clean, affordable energy," said Deputy Under Sectary for Rural Development Neal Robbins. "We will continue to focus on growth, opportunity, and results with our 2026 investments in Pennsylvania."

USDA Rural Development made approximately 2,000 investments in Pennsylvania during the 2025 fiscal year with major investments in rural energy and agribusiness projects, rental assistance, and single-family housing.

"Rural communities in Pennsylvania play a vital role in our economy and way of life," said USDA Rural Development Pennsylvania State Director Michael Cabell. "These investments are not just dollars spent; they are a commitment to the rural communities that are the backbone of Pennsylvania and America's future."

By the Numbers in PA:

• Investment in Community Projects: $122 million
• Investment in Economic Development and Agribusiness Projects: $79 million
• Investment in Affordable Housing: $279 million
• Total Investment in Pennsylvania: $480 million

Projects Highlighted:

• Union Fire Company No. 1 of Hamburgreceived a Community Facilities Direct Loan in the amount of $950,000 to purchase a new Emergency Response Rescue Engine. The new engine will allow the fire company to provide reliable services and safety to the rural community of Hamburg, Berks County, PA. Union Fire Company No. 1 of Hamburg provides emergency response services to 10,362 residents.
  
• Disability Options Network Services received a Housing Preservation Grant in the amount of $176,277 to assist 18 very low- and low-income homeowners with essential home repairs in Beaver, Butler, Lawrence, Mercer, and Westmoreland counties. There will be a focus on assisting people with disabilities.
  
• Pine Creek Seed Farm received a Business and Industry Loan in the amount of $3,507,760 to refinance debt and continue to provide comprehensive seed processing, mixing, blending, and distribution services for seed producers and suppliers.
  
• Wyoming County Community Health Foundation received a Rural Business Development Grant in the amount of $99,000 to develop the Wyoming County EMS Staffing Program to address critical workforce shortages and strengthen emergency response infrastructure across seven EMS providers. The program will support competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and incentives to new and existing employees and volunteers.
  
• Northern Potter School Districtreceived a Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant in the amount of $356,817. This Rural Development investment will be used to equip four hub/end-user sites throughout Potter and McKean counties in North Central Pennsylvania. Instructors at the participating schools will deliver dual credit courses, STEM education and remote professional development to four locations benefiting 1,336 rural residents.

About USDA Rural Development

USDA Rural Development invests in rural America with loan, grant, and loan guarantee programs to promote rural prosperity. The commitment and resources we bring to rural communities help drive economic security and prosperity. Our programs expand access to high-speed internet, electric, and transportation infrastructure, and support business growth, healthcare, education, housing, and other community essentials. Learn more online at www.rd.usda.gov .

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