Today’s the day! It’s time for action, and a time to WIN BIG for federal farm to school funding. Congress is at work right now on a new version of the Child Nutrition Act, the large bill that funds the USDA Farm to School Grant Program and many other important programs for kids. They were […]
Today’s the day! It’s time for action, and a time to WIN BIG for federal farm to school funding. Congress is at work right now on a new version of the Child Nutrition Act, the large bill that funds the USDA Farm to School Grant Program and many other important programs for kids. They were […]
Keep up with the latest policy news, USDA Funding Announcements, and food systems happenings in the Northeast. Farm Bill Profile: Farm to School in Hartford Aug 02, 2018 Find out more Cooking Up African Community in Rhode Island Aug 02, 2018 Find out more NESAWG Statement on Immigration and Human Rights Crisis Jul 11, 2018 […]
A roundup of blog posts from our partners at the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. More Funding Available for Fruits and Veggies through Specialty Crop Grant March 11, 2016 | The term “specialty crop” is a bit of a misnomer. A specialty crop is not some kind of exotic plant, not an obscure herb or flower, […]
A roundup of blog posts from our partners at the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. More Funding Available for Fruits and Veggies through Specialty Crop Grant March 11, 2016 | The term “specialty crop” is a bit of a misnomer. A specialty crop is not some kind of exotic plant, not an obscure herb or flower, […]
In a short-term victory for consumers, yesterday the Senate failed to pass a measure that would preempt state GMO labeling laws. The motion was voted down on a 48-49 vote, which, according to NPR’s food blog, The Salt, indicates that a compromise will most likely have to be crafted. Here’s the vote count from Senators […]
In a short-term victory for consumers, yesterday the Senate failed to pass a measure that would preempt state GMO labeling laws. The motion was voted down on a 48-49 vote, which, according to NPR’s food blog, The Salt, indicates that a compromise will most likely have to be crafted. Here’s the vote count from Senators […]
Yesterday USDA announced a call for nominations for individuals to serve on the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) from 2017—2022. The Committee consists of 15 members from across the organic community, and provides advice and recommendations to the Secretary on the implementation of the Organic Foods Production Act. This year USDA is seeking nominations for the […]
Yesterday USDA announced a call for nominations for individuals to serve on the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) from 2017—2022. The Committee consists of 15 members from across the organic community, and provides advice and recommendations to the Secretary on the implementation of the Organic Foods Production Act. This year USDA is seeking nominations for the […]
Organic farmers, ranchers, and handlers: take note! Funds for the USDA Organic Certification Cost Share Program are now available to certified organic operators through state departments of agriculture across the country. This program will make organic certification more affordable for organic producers and handlers by providing cost share assistance to USDA certified organic producers and […]
Organic farmers, ranchers, and handlers: take note! Funds for the USDA Organic Certification Cost Share Program are now available to certified organic operators through state departments of agriculture across the country. This program will make organic certification more affordable for organic producers and handlers by providing cost share assistance to USDA certified organic producers and […]
The USDA National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is now accepting applications for their Community Food Project Grants Program. The deadline for submitting applications is Nov. 30, 2015, at 5:00pm, though applicants should allow at least two weeks for the application process. This competitive grants program was initiated in 1996 with the goal of […]
The USDA National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is now accepting applications for their Community Food Project Grants Program. The deadline for submitting applications is Nov. 30, 2015, at 5:00pm, though applicants should allow at least two weeks for the application process. This competitive grants program was initiated in 1996 with the goal of […]
The USDA is now accepting applications for the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI). OREI is a competitive grants program funding research, extension, and education projects to enhance the ability of producers and processors who have already adopted organic standards to grow and market high quality organic agricultural products. Approximately $18 million in funding […]
