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We're enjoying spring break, so there are no features this month. Check out the exciting events and grant opportunities below, and we will see you next month with more stories! |
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 As the use of cover crops to improve soil health and reduce water quality concerns on working cropland has increased in recent years, questions have emerged regarding the value of cover crops to wildlife. On April 25 at 11:00am, Dr. Adam Janke of Iowa State University and Dr. David Buehler of the University of Tennessee will discuss this during a free, one-hour Conservation Outcomes Webinar. Learn more and register here.
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 American Farmland Trust's Land Transfer Navigators Regional Forums bring together local professionals who support farm and ranch transfers. Service providers such as attorneys, appraisers, lenders, mediators and others who specialize in succession and land transfer gather to create robust networks, share resources and learn from each other. Register to attend the PNW forum on April 16 at 10:00am here.
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 Boots to Business Reboot for Farmers and Ranchers, is designed specifically for veterans with an interest in developing an agriculture-based business. This one-day, virtual session, presented on Monday, April 8th at 9:00 am EST, will feature speakers from across the USDA, farmer veteran business owners, SBA resource partners and industry experts from across the country. Learn more and register here.
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 Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is accepting grant applications to improve the distribution of edible, unsold food to feed people while reducing food going to waste. This grant will provide seed funding to test innovative approaches that could ultimately be scaled or replicated with private sector, nonprofit, or philanthropic funding. Applications accepted until April 26, 2024. Learn more here.
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 AgWest Farm Credit is now accepting applications for the 2024 New Producer Grant. Farmers with less than 2 years of experience planning to start a new farm business are eligible to receive this $15,000 one-time grant. Applications accepted until May 31, 2024. Learn more here.
USDA is currently accepting applications from universities and other education organizations for Beginner Farmer and Rancher Development programming. The goal is to develop and offer education, training, outreach and mentoring programs to enhance the sustainability of the next generation of farmers. Applications accepted until April 4, 2024. Learn more here.
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 WSDA is currently accepting applications for the Local Food System Infrastructure grant through April 17, 2024. Rapid & Ready grants are for straightforward projects and equipment purchases that can be completed on a relatively short timeline. Applicants should have up-front funds in place to start and finish the grant project within a short timeline. Learn more here.
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