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With the Farm Bill’s Future Uncertain, USDA Announces Local Food and Specialty Crop Awards

September 20, 2018

Local and regional food chains have long been part of the social and economic fabric for some American communities. With the American farm economy is in a multi-year downturn and commodity prices at historic lows, interest has peaked and family farmers nationwide are realizing that big economic opportunities can be found close to home. The […]

Filed Under: Farm Bill, Grants and Programs, Local & Regional Food Systems, Marketing and Labeling

NSAC Members Go for Big Impact in Specialty Crop Block Grant Projects

October 30, 2017

As peak harvest season starts to wind down for farmers and food producing communities across the country, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been busy pumping out grant award announcements and application opportunities. Adding to an October already full of great news about local and regional food-focused projects, USDA has recently announced over $60 million […]

Filed Under: Grants and Programs, Local & Regional Food Systems

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