Baton Rouge, La - Today, Monday, June 23rd, Deputy
Secretary Krysta Harden announced a new resource: www.USDA.gov/newfarmers,
a website that provides centralized, one-stop shopping for beginning farmers
and ranchers to explore the variety of USDA initiatives designed to help them
succeed. USDA's www.usda.gov/newfarmers has in depth
information for new farmers and ranchers, including: how to increase access to
land and capital; build new market opportunities; participate in conservation
opportunities; selecting and using the right risk management tools; and, access
USDA education and technical support programs.
Cooperative Extension links are included among the Research, Technical
Assistance, and Education resources. The website will also features instructive
case studies about beginning farmers who have successfully utilized USDA
resources to start or expand their business operations.
Full details available at http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/newfarmers?navid=newfarmers
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Contact:
Bridget Udoh
(225) 771-5714
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