NEWS RELEASE Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. NEWS RELEASE Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $1 Billion to Help Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Businesses Invest in Renewable Energy Systems and Energy-Efficiency Improvements President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Lowers Energy Costs, Builds America’s Clean-Energy Economy in Rural America WASHINGTON, March 31, …
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March 31, 2023 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits Explained
The Piedmont Farm Tour – April 22023, 2023
Imagine it's Earth Day weekend. You've cleared the weekend and are in the car. The windows are down, and your favorite song is playing. You've got your family or maybe some buddies in tow. You park and open the door. Immediately, the sweet aromatics of spring flowers hit your nose. A symphony of baas from …
Spring Gardening Tips That Help Pollinators
View as Webpage March 29, 2023 Spring is here, a time when warmer weather naturally turns our winter-weary thoughts towards tackling outdoor chores. The first sun of the season may coax us out into the yard, but pollinators in your garden aren’t ready to take a chance on the first warm day. …
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A Greener World, Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA And Soil Health Institute Awarded USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Grant
The project to receive up to $4 million in funding to expand access to regenerative farming markets View as Webpage FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Stephanie Wuorenma Phone: (202) 446-2138 Office: Terrebonne, OR (Pacific Time Zone) Email: mediarelations Website: agreenerworld.org A GREENER WORLD, RURAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL-USA AND SOIL HEALTH INSTITUTE AWARDED USDA CLIMATE-SMART COMMODITIES GRANT …
The Southeast Bumble Bee Atlas
A new atlas project aimed at monitoring southeastern bumble bees The Southeast Bumble Bee Atlas is Launching Soon! We are excited to announce that the Xerces Society and regional partners are launching the Southeast Bumble Bee Atlas (SEBBA) in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee this spring! Our first training workshops start …
APHIS Announces Draft Modified Microorganisms Guide Available for Public Comment
WASHINGTON, March 23, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is sharing a draft guide detailing the information requirements and process for submitting permit applications for microorganisms developed using genetic engineering and inviting public comment for 60 days. The draft Guide for Submitting Permit Applications for Microorganisms …
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If you have sheep in Franklin County
Annual Sheep Shearing Day April 15th, 2023 Farms throughout Franklin County can get their sheep sheared for $6 each plus travel costs. You must schedule a time slot with the Franklin County Extension Office Phone 919-496-3344u
She Farms Apex Tour April 15
Seven women-owned farms in Apex are opening their doors to visitors from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. on Saturday April 15, 2023. Visitors will see freshly picked berries and flowers, produce, outdoor experiences, farm school, Christmas trees, vineyards, and more. Visit the Growing Small Farms website for more details and to purchase a ticket.
Seed Drill Demo and USDA Resource Program
Join us for demonstrations of the the no till drill along with the new seed drill that Franklin County Soil and Water has available for lease. Also personnel from the USDA, FSA and NRCS office will speak on the different programs they have available to assist small farmers and landowners. For more information, contact the …
North Carolina Small Farm Association 