The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over $140 million in grants aimed at helping farmers, increasing competition, and lowering food costs.Getty Images In the days leading up to the presidential election on Nov. 5, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over $140...
The eligible applicants are agricultural cooperatives, local and tribal governments, nonprofits, public benefits and economic development corporations including regional farmers market authorities.EBSCO_bspFederal Grants & Contracts Weekly
Explanatory Notes), these funds are intended to support “the participation of farmers’ markets in SNAP by providing equipment and support grants to new markets and those currently participating in the program.” The goals of the FMSSG program are to increase SNAP ...
The grants may be used to develop new products from raw agricultural products or to promote new markets for established products. Veterans, socially-disadvantaged groups, beginning farmers and ranchers, operators of small- and medium-sized family farms and ranch...
USDA announces plans for $250 million investment to support innovative American-made fertilizer to give US farmers more choices in the marketplace Date:Mar. 14, 2022 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing it will support additional fertilizer production for American farmers to add...
The USDA plays a crucial role in the financial ecosystem by overseeing programs such as subsidies, loans, and grants for farmers and agricultural businesses. These financial assistance programs help to mitigate financial risks, foster sustainable farming practices, and ensure a stable and secure food...
especially rural housing. The USDA givesfinancial assistance for purchasingand refinancing rural homes through USDA Rural Development. It provides direct loans to very-low-income borrowers who want to purchase a rural home, guaranteed loans to moderate-income homebuyers, and loans and grants for rural...
The organization offers financial assistance in the form of loans, grants, and loan guarantees for housing, community facilities, utilities, and business development. It primarily serves the rural economic development sector, providing technical assistance and infrastructure support. It was founded in ...
To jump to the first Ribbon tab use Ctrl [. To jump to the last selected command use Ctrl ]. To activate a command, use Enter. Tab 1 of 3. Tab 2 of 3. Tab 3 of 3. Funding opportunity for SBIR/STTR grants. A copy of the amended FOA is available . 160;releas......
Finally, under the Conservation Innovation Grant program, the USDA may provide grants to carry out projects that, among other things: Facilitate pilot testing of new technologies or innovative conservation practices; Promote environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production...