At the Western Rural Development Center, we believe in the limitless potential of rural communities to lead and thrive. We’re here for you and your community. We know the unique challenges rural areas face and believe in your ability to overcome them and thrive. Whether you’re a farmer, entrepreneur, or community leader, we partner to turn challenges into opportunities. With Western land grant universities and local organizations, we’re creating real, lasting change to help your community grow stronger, more resilient, and ready for the future. Your success is our mission, and we’re with you every step of the way. Together, we’re cultivating a stronger, more vibrant rural America.

OUR WORK

Advancing the Social and Economic Impact of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Systems

Improving the Social and Economic Impact of Natural Resource Sustainability

Promoting Community and Family Development and Health

RECENT NEWS & EVENTS

  • U of I at the center of rural Community Support
    Dear Vandals, As Idaho’s land-grant institution, the University of Idaho focuses on student access and sharing research through…
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  • UI opens Western Rural Development Center at Boise campus
    $700,000 has been allotted to hiring administration teams and strengthening the project In early September, the University of…
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  • U of I opens federally funded center to coordinate research affecting rural communities
    MOSCOW, Idaho — University of Idaho has opened its first federally funded center, which is tasked primarily with organizing…
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