Get Started! A Guide to USDA Resources for Historically Underserved Farmers and Ranchers

The USDA NRCS Historically Underserved Farmers and Ranchers webpage provides information for underserved landowners including USDA definitions and a getting started with USDA program resource guide published in multiple languages.

The Black Family Land Trust provides resources to African-Americans and other historically underserved landowners to protect and preserve their land.

The Climate Hubs link USDA research and programs to regionally deliver relevant climate information to agricultural producers and others working with the ag community.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Mediation Program makes grants to state-designated entities for agricultural producers, their lenders and others directly affected by the actions of USDA agencies to work with a mediator to resolve disputes.

The Center for Heirs' Property Preservation supports historically-underserved families by providing direct legal services, legal education and assistance to protect heirs' property.

This USDA factsheet provides definitions and resources on heirs' property.

Monitoring from the air can be a great solution for land trusts who are struggling with COVID restrictions or who need to monitor large numbers of properties. Learn how to get a program started and get tips for successful remote monitoring programs.