1.0National Sustainable Agriculture Coalitionhttps://sustainableagriculture.netNick Rossihttps://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/author/nrossi/Funding Available to Support Underserved Farmers: A Look at USDA's 2501 Grantsrich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="quDLvPXBsf"><a href="https://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/funding-available-to-support-underserved-farmers-a-look-at-usdas-2501-grants/">Funding Available to Support Underserved Farmers: A Look at USDA’s 2501 Grants</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/funding-available-to-support-underserved-farmers-a-look-at-usdas-2501-grants/embed/#?secret=quDLvPXBsf" width="600" height="338" title="“Funding Available to Support Underserved Farmers: A Look at USDA’s 2501 Grants” — National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition" data-secret="quDLvPXBsf" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script>
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https://sustainableagriculture.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/DQuinton-Robertson-working-at-Lehman-Farms-in-IA-walking-in-field-with-horses-credit-USDA-scaled.jpg25601706The USDA announced $22.3 million in funding for 2501 grants to support socially disadvantaged farmers through targeted outreach and technical assistance programs, with applications due by July 5, 2024. The program aims to address historical disparities faced by farmers of color by providing resources and opportunities for success in agriculture. Despite challenges such as funding cuts and delays, ongoing advocacy efforts seek to improve program accessibility and ensure equitable support for underserved farming communities, with potential enhancements outlined in upcoming farm bill proposals.