FSA (Farm Security Administration)

The Farm Security Administration (FSA) was a U.S. government agency established in 1937 to help rural Americans during the Great Depression. Its mission was to improve farmers' living conditions, provide credit, and promote better farming practices. The FSA also collected photographs and stories to raise awareness about rural poverty, helping to shape public understanding and policies. It played a key role in supporting struggling farmers, providing loans, and encouraging economic recovery in rural areas. The FSA's efforts contributed significantly to rural development and documented American life during a challenging era.