<p class="isSelectedEnd">USDA Rural Development is a program area of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that supports rural communities, businesses, families, and organizations through loans, grants, loan guarantees, and technical assistance. Its programs are designed to improve economic opportunities and quality of life in rural America. USDA Rural Development supports a wide range of needs, including housing, business development, community facilities, broadband internet, electricity, water and wastewater infrastructure, healthcare, and economic development. The agency operates more than 50 financial assistance programs across several program areas.