Rural Development Division
Rural development rarely makes headlines in the big cities. But for the rural communities working to improve their quality of life, small towns are a big deal. Here in Kansas, rural communities remain crucial to our state’s economy, culture and character. They’re woven into our history, and they have a huge role to play in our future.
The Rural Development Division is designed to elevate Commerce’s focus on rural development and encourage seamless collaboration among existing rural development organizations. The Division comprises an array of technical and financial assistance programs and services for rural developers and agricultural producers.
While these programs are integrated, it's helpful to think of them as falling within the following categories:
Agriculture Marketing and Food
Community Development
Office of Rural Opportunity