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Did you know that all of the Small Farm Funding Guide provides details on funding programs for both new and experienced farmers? This shows there’s a lot of help out
Have you heard that agriculture in the UK makes up 11% of its greenhouse gas emissions? Without change, this could reach 30% by 2030. The farming industry is under pressure
Did you know the USDA gives over $10 million yearly in grants? This money is through the Farm Service Agency (FSA). It shows how much support farmers across the US
Experienced loan officers in the small farm sector have over 159 years of experience. They help new farmers get the funds they need. I aim to highlight the crucial steps
Did you know, the US government spends around $20 billion each year to help crops like grains, oilseeds, cotton, sugar, and dairy? This big number shows how important these programs
Do you know the U.S. Department of Energy’s funding for agrivoltaics more than tripled from 2021 to 2022? This shows a big push towards combining renewable energy with farming. The
Did you know that over $2 billion is given out each year by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)? This figure only scratches the surface of the huge pot of
Did you know the average age of an American farmer is 58 and getting older? Between 2015 and 2020, there were nearly 58,000 jobs each year in agriculture, but only
In the United States, many federal government grants are for farmers with one year or more experience only. This hurdle makes it hard for new farmers to get funding. To
Did you know over 1 million acres of crop land are planned in 20 states? Getting environmental farming grants in the US can be tough. Farmers trying to go green
South Dakota has nearly $3 million in infrastructure grants. These funds help boost rural productivity and support agriculture. I’m a journalist focusing on agriculture and know the big impact of
Did you know the Teens for Food Justice project has made hydroponic farms in three Title I schools? This effort has helped 2,500 kids. It shows how important agri-tech funding
Did you know USDA announced $1.5 billion for fiscal year 2024? This funding is through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). For US agricultural ventures, getting enough agricultural project funding
The USDA’s Microloan Program has helped over 8,400 people with microloans since 2013. These loans were mostly given to new farmers, showing how crucial they are. Starting a new farm
Over $20 billion was invested in impact funds during the first two quarters of 2020 alone. This shows a big interest in sustainable agriculture. By 2020, sustainable agriculture is expected
Did you hear? Sixteen public-private alliances have nabbed $40.3 million in grants thanks to the Healthy Food Financing Initiative. This program, designed to boost the availability of local and healthy
Did you know trees are amazing? They filter 15,000 litres of water each year. They also create jobs for over 1.6 billion people worldwide. The 1treellion Grant shared these facts,
Did you know rural utilities can get loans of up to $2 million at zero percent interest? This helps boost growth in their local areas. These grants and loans support
Over the last 35 years, the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) programme has given $380 million. This has helped nearly 8,400 projects all over the United States. This large
Did you know the USDA gives over $2 billion a year for farm programmes? It’s through the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Many farmers might not know about this. It’s
Did you know that the Farm Service Agency (FSA) helps family farmers and ranchers with loans? These loans are for those who can’t get help from banks. They cover things
Did you know the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) helps family farmers and ranchers? They may struggle to get loans from banks. This help is vital for their success.
Would you believe that the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) can give up to $600,000? This money is for Farm Ownership Loans for those who qualify. It shows how many
Did you know the USDA helps beginning farmers and ranchers a lot each year? They give out many loans for farming. This shows how important grants and subsidies are for
Did you know that since the postwar era, U.S. farm output has grown by 170%? This huge leap showcases how vital it is to find and use agricultural funding options.
Did you know that the USDA sets rules for many parts of farming and food? These rules cover things like where food goes, helping country areas grow, and checking grain
Did you know less than 2% of Americans work in growing crops? Yet, decisions in farming affect our food, the planet, and economy. As a farm policy expert, I see
Farming makes up 8-10% of US greenhouse gas emissions. This shows the urgent need to talk about sustainable ways and new policies in agriculture. In 2024, the USDA’s Agriculture Outlook
Would you believe that 64% of Americans prefer candidates who support “green” policies? This data shows a big change in how people view environmental issues. It highlights the shift in
Did you know that only 37 out of 154 manuscripts made the cut for agricultural policy evaluations? This shows how tough it is to assess agricultural policies. In the US