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Contact: Shin-Ae Young
shin-ae.young@usda.gov
U.S. Department of Agriculture
601 Business Loop 70 West
Parkade Center, Suite 235
Columbia, MO 65203
www.rd.usda.gov/mo
US Agriculture Department Invested $885 Million in Missouri
Rural Development Grants and Loans Focused on Economic Development and
Affordable Housing.
(Higginsville, Missouri, April 24, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $885 million in investments in rural communities across Missouri. These investments helped to boost Missouri’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural infrastructure, and encourage private investment in rural America.
“Rural communities across America are the backbone of our nation and President Trump is committed to investing in these communities so they continue to be productive and fulfilling places to live for generations to come,” said Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. “At USDA, we are proud to fund these historic levels of rural investment and remain committed to working with other federal, state and local government as well as the private sector, to advance President Trump’s vision for rural America. Rural prosperity is truly a national security issue. If our farmers and ranchers do not have the tools and resources to continue to farm, then we cannot feed ourselves. President Trump understands how important it is to have a safe, secure, and resilient farm economy.”
USDA Rural Development investments in Missouri focused on rural communities by financing infrastructure, agribusiness projects, rental assistance, and single-family housing, along with community facility investments that help improve public safety and healthcare access in rural areas.
By the Numbers in Missouri:
- Investment in Community Projects: $43 million
- Investment in Economic Development and Agribusiness Projects: $95 million
- Investment in Affordable Housing: $747 million
- Total Investment in Missouri: $885 million
Projects Highlighted:
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Golden City is receiving a $3.18 million loan and $1.92 million grant through the Water & Environmental program to improve the city’s water infrastructure. The water infrastructure improvements include replacement of eight miles of cast iron and steel water lines with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) lines, installation of approximately 45 new fire hydrants, three flush hydrants, and a permanent generator for one of the city's wells.
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Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout Inc. is receiving a $10 million loan guarantee through the Business & Industry Loan Guarantee program and partner bank Belgrade State Bank. The project will expand the company’s facility, adding 26 new camp sites, 23 guest cabins, 60 recreational vehicle (RV) sites, and other site improvements. This family-owned campsite and wedding venue is in rural Washington County.
“The Leadership of President Trump and Secretary Rollins is providing support to our rural communities by making strategic investments that directly impact rural Missourians,” said Rural Development Missouri State Director Ben Baker. “We will continue to provide reliable access to resources for rural communities, businesses, and organizations throughout rural Missouri that support our farmers and ranchers.”
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. Discover more investment details and historical data in the Rural Data Gateway and learn more about the agency at www.rd.usda.gov/mo.
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