USDA grants to train, support next generation of farmers

October 26, 2012/in News /by admin

October 26, 2012 (Hawaii 24/7)—U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced $18 million in federal funding to support new farmer training and education programs in 27 states. The Kohala Center received a $562,000 grant to create and deliver Kū I Ka Māna, a beginning farmer training initiative. The County of Hawaii is providing the necessary matching funds to secure the USDA grant.
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