USDA will provide up to $80 million in fiscal 2027 funding to strengthen the nation’s ability to prevent, detect and respond to livestock diseases.
According to USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, $40 million will support state and regional animal disease preparedness efforts, while another $40 million will assist livestock industry organizations and veterinary response programs.
The funding will help improve disease surveillance, diagnostic capabilities, emergency planning and coordination among federal, state and industry partners.
USDA also announced that annual funding for three major animal health programs has increased from $30 million to $233 million.
The investments are intended to protect livestock producers from economically devastating disease outbreaks that can disrupt domestic production and international trade.
Applications for the two new funding opportunities must be submitted by January 7, 2027, according to USDA.
