In 2021 NYFC will be offering 50 grants to a new cohort of young farmers and ranchers – 45 awards will go to businesses already in operation, and five to projects starting in 2021.
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The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture strives to provide students with an opportunity for success as they pursue agriculture-related courses of study. There are several scholarship opportunities available to students, each with varying criteria and eligibility requirements. The deadline for all scholarship applications is March 1.
Read MoreTwenty-first century agriculture involves cutting-edge science, technology, business management. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces scholarships to help aspiring civic-minded professionals build a career path in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, and many more agriculture-related subjects.
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All Georgia agricultural producers and landowners who wish to be considered for this year’s technical and financial assistance should apply by November 20, 2020.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has releaed the final rule for its Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The rule updates USDA’s flagship program as directed by the 2018 Farm Bill and integrates feedback from agricultural producers and others.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers that the deadline to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) is Dec. 11, 2020. This program provides direct relief to producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has mailed ballots for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country. To be counted, ballots must be returned to the local FSA county office or postmarked by December 7.
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Landowners should be aware that this guide is not inclusive of all programs available to conserve land. This booklet presents only fundamental aspects of select programs (ones that benefit forestry and wildlife) in a format that allows landowners to easily compare them. Many of these programs are subject to funding and legislative changes.
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Southern SARE recognizes the value and importance of on-farm, producer experiences in developing solutions to agricultural production problems. Producer Grants give farmers and ranchers the opportunity to conduct their own research projects to develop sustainable production and marketing practices.
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FACT awards announces competitive grants up to $2,500 for working, independent family farmers located in the U.S. who raise beef cattle, bison, broiler chickens, dairy cows, goats, laying hens, pigs, sheep and/or turkeys.
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