Voting open for FSA county committee elections in 2024

Eligible producers invited to vote in local FSA elections by Dec. 2

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections are officially open, inviting eligible agricultural producers and private landowners to participate.

These elected committees make decisions about how federal farm programs are administered at the local level, impacting everything from conservation to disaster relief.

Ballots for the elections were sent out last week, and voters must submit them to their FSA county office or have them postmarked by December 2, 2024, for their votes to be counted.

“These features make tires more reliable and versatile for all types of farm operations,” says Bill Durivage, senior agricultural product strategy manager, Firestone Ag. Committee members serve three-year terms and ensure local representation in USDA programs.

To qualify, producers need to participate or cooperate in a USDA program and reside in an eligible Local Administrative Area (LAA).

Tribal landowners also qualify and can register to vote through their county FSA office. Any producer who has not received a ballot can request one. 

This year, urban county committees are also holding elections in 27 cities to support urban agriculture initiatives. Of these, ten will hold inaugural elections, ensuring local input in federal programs.