Climate-Smart Commodities Program Canceled by USDA

The USDA, under the current Administration, has canceled the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program. In our region, this $32-million initiative was poised to enhance the productivity, health, resilience and carbon-storage capacity of New England’s forests. Its impact would have directly supported forest landowners—both large and small—as well as loggers, foresters, and the growing mass timber sector.

New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) is now exploring opportunities to continue this work through the USDA’s alternative “Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP)” program, though details remain unclear at this time.

We extend our deep thanks to the landowners and partners who helped bring this work to life. Your collaboration, vision, and commitment laid a powerful foundation. Our efforts to strengthen forests and rural communities continue, and we’re actively exploring new opportunities to move this work forward.