Welcome to the Official USDA Photostream.

Behind every image in this collection is a dedicated team of USDA media professionals who work tirelessly to tell the story of American agriculture. Day in and day out, these photographers travel across the country to capture the essential work and activities of the Department of Agriculture and its agencies. From braving the elements at dawn on remote family farms, to trekking through national forests, to documenting critical scientific research in bustling laboratories—they pour their time, skill, and passion into visually preserving the reality of our nation's food, agriculture, and conservation efforts.

After working hard to document these vital moments, all our media professionals ask for in return is simple recognition.

To honor their dedication and preserve the integrity of the subjects they cover, we ask that you follow a few simple rules when using this photostream:

Attribution is Required: You are fully welcome to use these photographs, provided you give proper credit to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (and the specific photographer, when noted).

No Editing Permitted: To maintain the journalistic and historical accuracy of the photographers' work, these images must be used in their original form. Altering or editing the photos is not allowed.

No Endorsements: Occasionally, a commercial product or enterprise may be visible in a scene. Please note that this is strictly for documentary purposes and does not constitute an endorsement by the USDA over any products or enterprises not shown.