Adverse FSA Decisions: Starting out on a path forward outlines nine opportunities farmers might pursue to find justice around an adverse FSA decision. Some farmers will want to read the details of all the options. Others will want to quickly narrow down the best match to their needs and circumstances.

For those wanting a little help sorting through the options, focus on the first few pages. Then, when you have an idea which strategies are best for your situation. Or, dive right in for full details on each individual strategy.

Here’s the strategies this guide discusses: 1) Go to a different FSA office, 2) Request reconsideration, 3) Seek mediation, 4) File an appeal through the National Appeals Decision, 5) File a civil suit, 6) File a discrimination compliant letter with USDA, 7) Contact an elected representative, 8) Run for a seat on your FSA county committee, and 9) Connect with your community.

For more information on filing an NAD appeal, we also have more information in our guide written for those facing terminations: Filing a NAD Appeal to Protect Your USDA Signed Agreement. 

Seeking justice isn’t easy, and there’s bravery in taking the first step.