Introduction: 1-3 sentences that describe the big-picture overview of the page topic. If the topic has a commonly used acronym --like CTA for Conservation Technical Assistance -- use the full name once here then use the acronym throughout the page.
Page Builder Note: This should be styled as the lead paragraph.
Relevant Deadlines (If Applicable)
The following are important relevant deadlines:
MONTH DAY, YEAR – DEADLINE TYPE
MONTH DAY, YEAR – DEADLINE TYPE
How TOPIC Works
Description of the topic in greater detail than the initial introduction. This should include how farmers and ranchers can interact with the topic -- for instance, what acreage reporting is, and how farmers can visit their local USDA Service Center to get started.
If more than one component of a topic is featured, consider using side-by-side text boxes. This example is shown on farmers.gov/manage/prevented-planting.
If the topic has different elements, consider giving a general overview, then adding small accordion grid boxes for each topic element. This will be similar to the information under "Options for Hemp Growers" on farmers.gov/manage/hemp, with a slightly modified style.
Benefits of TOPIC
A brief description showing how this topic -- whether it's acreage reporting, Conservation Technical Assistance, or soil health -- supports farmers and ranchers. This should show how producers can best work with USDA to strengthen their operation through the topic at hand.
How to Get Started
A description of steps producers can take to work with USDA on the specific topic. This section should include any prerequisites to applying, if applicable, and re-iterate any relevant deadlines or eligibility requirements.
If relevant deadlines are state or county dependent, the farmers.gov Service Center Locator should be linked to direct producers to their local office.
TOPIC Details
This section will be needed for some topics, but not others. A list of common questions that are asked about the topic should be addressed here, with accordion boxes showing each question and answer.
Full width accordions should be used to accommodate longer content, and small accordion grids should be used for more condensed Q/A.
An example of each accordion is shown below.
A longer question should go here, in a full width accordion.
A longer answer should go here, in a full width accordion.
Additional Resources
This section should include simple links to additional resources, including:
- Relevant Press Releases
- Fact Sheets
- Relevant farmers.gov Educational Tools
Page Builder Note: Below this section, always add a Block -- Farmers Service Center Block 2 -- if producers can learn about this topic at their local USDA Service Center. Do not display the block title.
Find Your Local Service Center
USDA Service Centers are locations where you can connect with Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or Rural Development employees for your business needs. Enter your state and county below to find your local service center and agency offices. If this locator does not work in your browser, please visit offices.usda.gov.
Learn more about our Urban Service Centers.
Visit the Risk Management Agency website to find a regional or compliance office or to find an insurance agent near you.