Is usda.gov down right now?

No Issues Detected

usda.gov is reachable and responding normally based on our checks. All systems are functioning as expected.

Report an issue with usda.gov?

Reports are anonymous and help detect outages.

Community Feedback

Rate Your Experience

Click to rate

Troubleshooting Guide

Unable to access usda.gov?

Try our step-by-step guide to fix the issue on your end.

View Complete Troubleshooting Guide

Historical Uptime and Response Time of usda.gov

Recent Response Times

Last 10 availability checks for usda.gov

Average

1668.25 ms

Fastest

1668.25 ms

Slowest

1668.25 ms

Timestamp	Response Time
Apr 15, 2026 20:41:28 UTC	1668.25 ms

Learn About Uptime Learn About Response Time

What is usda.gov?

Learn more about usda.gov

usda.gov is the official website of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a cabinet-level agency of the U.S. government. Established in 1862, the USDA oversees policies related to agriculture, food safety, nutrition, rural development, and natural resource conservation. It operates through multiple agencies and employs tens of thousands of staff across the United States and abroad.

Users visit usda.gov to access information on food assistance programs, agricultural policies, research data, and safety guidelines. The site provides resources for farmers, businesses, researchers, and the public, including updates on nutrition programs, crop support, and environmental initiatives. It also offers access to reports, datasets, and regulatory information.

usda.gov plays a critical role in public policy and global agriculture, influencing food systems, trade, and environmental management. Its programs support food security, rural economies, and scientific research, making it one of the most impactful government platforms in the agricultural and nutrition sectors.

Official Resources