Young Farmer Success Act Reintroduced to Congress Posted by Christina Herrick|February 16, 2017 Bill to add young growers to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Read More
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
New Washington State University Program Hopes to Encourage Careers in Ag Posted by Christina Herrick|January 26, 2017 The Spark program highlights opportunities in agriculture for minority, high school students.
$8.8M Available to Support Ag Programs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions Posted by Christina Herrick|January 21, 2017 Grants designed to attract, retain students in agricultural fields.
Funding Available to Improve Ag, Food Sciences Facilities at Land Grant Schools Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 19, 2017 USDA announces $18.9 million for ag education at 1890s land-grant colleges and universities.
$858,000 in Grants to Encourage Careers in Agriculture Science Posted by Christina Herrick|January 18, 2017 Funding to invest in programs that educate, promote science in the classroom.
9 Financial Resolutions to Boost Your Farm’s Bottom Line By Paul Rusnak|January 17, 2017 If a goal for the new year includes increasing profitability, there are ways you can better manage your business.
What to Know When Purchasing New or Used Farm Equipment By Lauren María Alexander|December 16, 2016 Prepare to ask as many questions as possible to determine whether it will serve your operation in the long term.
Study Says Young Growers Seek More Information on Business, Technology Posted by Christina Herrick|December 15, 2016 Automation and data access on smart phones among key interests.
California Agricultural Leadership Program Announces Selection Of New Class Posted by Christina Herrick|December 11, 2016 Twenty-four individuals have been selected for Class 47 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program, an advanced leadership development […]
New Loans Available For Small, Beginning, Urban Growers Posted by Christina Herrick|December 4, 2016 USDA recently announced streamlined guaranteed Loans and additional lender category for small-scale operators.
Virtual Conference Designed For New, Beginning Farmers Posted by Christina Herrick|November 30, 2016 National Farmers Union to present a conference that is entirely web-based.
Agriculture’s Next Generation Aiming To Save The World By Frank Giles|November 19, 2016 University Of Florida program puts feeding a rapidly growing population in the hands of students.
Deadline Nearing For 2017 Almond Leadership Program Applications Posted by Christina Herrick|November 17, 2016 Program dedicated to preparing next generation of industry leaders.
Expert Answers Questions About Making Your Return To The Family Farm A Success Posted by Christina Herrick|November 17, 2016 Returning to the family farm is a big step for both family members on the farm and those […]
10 Suggestions For Making Your Return To The Family Farm A Success By Paul Rusnak|October 19, 2016 Blood may be thicker than water, but also it could put business interests in the red, if you let it.
What You Need To Know About Crop Insurance By Lauren María Alexander|September 19, 2016 Learn the steps to protect your farm against major losses.
Seminar To Be Held For Aspiring Farmers Posted by Christina Herrick|September 18, 2016 Program to help new farmers understand first steps and necessary decisions to make.
Seventeen Beginning Farmers Take Part In National Farmers Union Two-Day Session Posted by Christina Herrick|September 17, 2016 Beginning Farmers Institute focuses on advocacy and conservation.
Report Says Younger Farm Operators Less Likely To Own All The Land They Farm Posted by Christina Herrick|September 15, 2016 In the latest U.S. Farmland Ownership, Tenure, and Transfer report, more young growers are engaging in land rental agreements when compared to more established producers.
USDA Invests $17.8M To Educate Next Generation Of Growers Posted by Christina Herrick|August 18, 2016 Money will bolster efforts of partner organizations to increase next generation of growers.
