…some of the cost of facility improvements. Funding is being applied to the expansion of existing facilities and updating processing equipment. The grant funding will also help operations meet packaging,…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…areas get access to high-speed internet. This announcement comes on the heels of the recently enacted Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provides another nearly $2 billion in additional funding for the…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a $90.2 million investment in 203 projects to strengthen and explore new market opportunities for local and regional food businesses. The funding…
California to Receive More Than $5.5 Million for Conservation Projects
…on conservation practices implementation and systems that improve soil health. Three of the four funding priorities support the wider adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices and systems: climate-smart agricultural solutions; irrigation…
Infrastructure Legislation Signed by President Biden
…spending over the next five years. Funding will be used to address issues of roads and bridges, broadband expansion, improvements on ports and inland waterways, and much-needed investment in water…
State Officials Abandon Voluntary Agreement Discussions
…process. So, you’ll see less water, probably less funding available to achieve the goals that the state has,” Wade noted. “There’s simply uncertainty on what’s next in terms of water…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…(SCBGP) to support U.S. farmers growing fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops. Of the total funding support being provided, California has received $54.5 million for SCBGP projects in 2021….
Pandemic Assistance Offered for Organic Producers
…producers that are certified organic or transitioning to organic. A total of $20 million in funding support is being made available through the new Organic and Transitional Education and Certification…
Passage of Infrastructure Investment Bill Largely Supported by Ag
…experiencing climate change impacts, historic drought, regulatory pressures and wildfire,” Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release. “The funding for additional water, forestry and ecosystem…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-08-21
…on a variety of funding opportunities available for industry members. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm City Newsday…
Subcommittee Hearing Highlights Value of Biotechnology in Agriculture
…increased need for public-private partnerships, and improved funding support were also highlighted during the hearing. A group of industry organizations including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, American Farm Bureau Federation,…
USDA Providing $1.8 Billion in Producer Payments Through ARC and PLC
…farmers who signed up for Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) for the 2020 crop year. The funding support provided through each of the programs is meant…
VofV: What Happens When Your Co-Worker is a Robot?
…achieved his dream: to build a robot company that solves agriculture’s labor woes. Charlie’s company, Burro, recently raised $10.9 million Series A funding and plans to release 500 self-driving wheelbarrows…
Lawmakers Encourage Ag Research Funding in Budget Legislation
A group of lawmakers recently sent a letter to Congressional leadership detailing support for ag research funding in the budget reconciliation package. The letter addressed to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi…