Thursday, April 26, 2018

USDA: Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers

The Research Development Office has been made aware of a limited submission opportunity with a short timeline. These programs are those that limit the number of applications that the university can submit. If you are interested in applying to one of these programs, please click the "Notification of Interest" link and fill out the form. Only those who fill out the form by the deadline will be eligible to participate in internal competitions. To view the Limited Submission Calendar, go here


This provides funding to organizations for training and technical assistance projects designed to assist socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers in owning and operating viable agricultural enterprises. Organizations can extend the USDA's outreach efforts to connect with and assist farmers in these groups and to provide them with information on available USDA resources.
Internal due date:  Notification of interest: 4/30/18
Limit: 1 per institution
Agency due date: 5/15/18