A federal program that helps finance rental housing in rural communities is changing the way it rewards certain projects, replacing…
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North Carolina NRCS FY2027 Conservation Funding Deadline
NRCS is giving North Carolina farmers until October 30 to apply for fiscal 2027 conservation funding that can support work…
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Protect Farms and Livestock With Better Disaster Planning
Disaster can strike a farm with little warning, damaging roads, fencing, buildings, equipment, and access to livestock in minutes. A…
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GRASS Project Offers Incentives for Better Grazing Practices
GRASS gives beef cattle and sheep producers in Virginia and West Virginia a chance to improve grazing systems with technical…
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WNC AgOptions Grants Offer $10,000 for Family Farm Growth
WNC AgOptions is giving Western North Carolina farmers another chance to invest in their operations’ future through $10,000 grants for…
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Ranchers First Initiative Draws Focus to Beef Imports
Ranchers could gain new tools to rebuild the nation’s cattle herd, support regional meat processing, and reduce some of the…
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SUN Bucks: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
Virginia families who may qualify for summer grocery assistance have just over a week remaining to apply for the state’s…
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New USDA Cold Chain Grants Support Food Banks Nationwide
New USDA grants aim to help food banks and pantries handle more meat, dairy, eggs, produce, and other perishable foods—but…
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NCDEQ Funds Recycling Repairs & New Facilities
On June 2, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality announced $25 million in grants to 16 local governments across…
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A New Future for 253,000 Acres of Appalachian Woodlands
A 253,000-acre conservation project across Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky is opening land for recreation, supporting timber and solar development, and…
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