Tennessee students, farmers bear impact of USDA cuts to local food programs for schools, food banks • Tennessee Lookout
Tennessee students have less access to locally grown food, and Tennessee farmers lose in multi-million dollar purchases after the USDA cuts two programs funding local food for schools and food banks. Last week, USDA announced a cut of about $1 billion due to cancellation of its local Food for Schools program and the Local Food […]
USDA cuts $1M grant for Nashville urban canopy program; Nonprofit says move will hurt tree farms • Tennessee Lookout
Ending federal funds for the USDA’s program to restore tree canopies in low-income cities leaves one Nashville-based nonprofit and tree farmers that dry them high says the nonprofit organization. Cumberland River Compact It was set to receive about $1 million from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to plant approximately 5,000 trees in the Nashville area. […]
How the USDA is helping Yuma County community improve water systems
Yuma, Arizona (AZ Family) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing $21.6 million to improve water infrastructure for more than 300 homes in Yuma County. Specifically, the funds will be used to construct a wastewater system in the Orange Grove and Rancho Mesa Verde subdivisions, both rural areas located three miles east of Somerton. […]
USDA announces big investment into Yuma County – KYMA
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced great news for Yuma County on Friday. USDA Deputy Secretary Tory Small visited Somerton and presented a $21.6 million grant. USDA says these funds will help rural communities get the support they need to develop, maintain, and improve their drinking water and […]
University of Arizona Yuma senior named a Future Leader in Agriculture by USDA
He is one of only 20 students nationwide to receive this award and be invited to participate in the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Outlook Forum. Alan Crews, Agricultural Systems Management Major University of Arizona YumaWhen he asked a question to a class of high school students, he was surprised that no one raised their hands. […]
Imperial Valley College joins multi-year USDA Program for agricultural careers | News
Empire – Imperial Valley College partnered with three other colleges to participate in a multi-year agricultural training program. The university’s role in the partnership, which includes a $1.4 million grant for five-year program contributions, was approved by the university’s board of directors on July 19, according to an IVC press release. Friday, July 28th. The […]
USDA grant is largest ever for Hartnell College
Hartnell University won a $9.5 million federal grant, part of a $262.5 million investment by the USDA to fund higher education for low-income and disadvantaged communities. The project aims to promote high-skilled agriculture-related careers for Latino students. Titled “Learning Leadership at Hartnell University: A Career Path That Supports Greenery in America,” the project is a […]
USDA awards funding for Hartnell College and CSUMB ag programs – KION546
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Monday morning funding for Hartnell University and California State University’s Monterey Bay Agriculture Program. Hartnell College has nearly $10 million in grants to help students pursue careers in agriculture. According to school officials, this is the largest grant in the history of the university. […]
USDA Selects UC ANR to Create Regional Food Business Center
The $35 million USDA Southwest Regional Food Business Center project will serve Colonia communities like this one in El Paso County, Texas. (Photo by Ricardo Vera) DAVIS, Calif. — The United States Department of Agriculture has announced the selection of USDA Regional Food Business Centers. Twelve organizations were selected to establish community food centers, including […]
USDA providing nearly $66 million for rural Arizona health care, infrastructure
arizona news Has been updated: February 19, 2023 11:27 AM (Pexel photo) PHOENIX — Last week, the US Department of Agriculture announced nearly $66 million in federal grants to support rural development in Arizona. The funds will be used for jobs, healthcare and infrastructure as part of the state’s Rural Partners Network. 17 projects Receive […]
