The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will hold a webinar for potential applicants to learn how they can access funding through the Fertilizer Investment & Expansion for Long-term Domestic Supply (FIELDS) program. The webinar is open to the public and will take place on July 16, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET. Interested participants may register here.
During the session, participants will hear a comprehensive overview of FIELDS from program experts who will discuss a program overview, eligibility, and application requirements.
“This webinar is a premier opportunity for Missouri producers to secure vital funding,” said State Director Ben Baker. “I encourage our local agricultural community to attend, learn about the eligibility steps, and take the next step toward operational independence.”
The Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) is utilizing the services of USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service to make funding available through FIELDS, with $500 million in awards to expand domestic production capacity, promote competition, strengthen supply chain resilience, and increase fertilizer availability for U.S. farmers in support of agricultural productivity and the production of agricultural commodities.
