WASHINGTON, December 15, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, which aims to encourage students at 1890 land-grant universities to pursue food and agriculture career paths. The application deadline is March 1, 2024. Young people around the country are invited to complete and submit their applications …

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CT DoAg Announces Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency & Preparedness Grant Opportunity Supporting investments to increase long-term climate resiliency in production agriculture The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is accepting grant proposals for the 2024 Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency & Disaster Preparedness Grant (RRP). Support is available to provide Connecticut agricultural producers and not for profits directly involved in production agriculture funding for …

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CT Department of Agriculture Farm Transition Grant- DUE by JAN 10 Grant with 4 categories that provides for the different needs farmers are facing. New Farmer Micro Grants: Max award of $5000 with a 25% match. Example of eligible purchases-Production/processing equipment small buildings, greenhouses/hoop houses, irrigation, pasture fencing, other equipment purchases related to increasing production, websites and conducting marketing. Infrastructure Investment Grant: up to …

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