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📣ATTENTION small farms, ranches, beginning farmers, underserved and veteran producers!! The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is working with Virginia to offer over $6.3 million in competitive grant funding for projects designed to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Using Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program funding, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will fund projects that increase cold storage and flash freezing facilities, provide more transportation options, modernize equipment for value added processing, and expand capacity for aggregation. The application period for Infrastructure Grant funding is open through April 15, 2024. Applications that serve smaller farms and ranches, new and beginning farmers and ranchers, underserved producers, veteran producers, and underserved communities are encouraged. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/dpcUEeKE

🌾 Maximising Asset Performance in Food & Agriculture As the global population rises and supply chains face increasing pressure, managing food and agriculture assets has never been more crucial. At Hickman Shearer Limited, our industry experts specialise in helping you navigate the unique demands of the sector—whether it's maintaining efficient processing equipment or ensuring accurate asset valuations. Swipe through to discover how sector-specific expertise in the Food and Agriculture Sector can unlock the full potential of your assets. Looking to improve your asset performance? Contact us today to learn how we can help maximise your returns >> https://lnkd.in/exxDe7T9 #AssetValuation #FoodAndAgriculture #AssetManagement #SupplyChainOptimization #ClimateChangeImpact

Sharing knowledge and experience among growers and farmers is essential for advancing agriculture and ensuring food security. When farmers collaborate, exchanging insights on best practices, innovative techniques, and local challenges, they collectively enhance crop yields, minimize losses, and adopt more sustainable methods. This cooperative approach strengthens agricultural resilience, promotes better resource management, and ultimately secures a stable food supply. Moreover, it builds a supportive community where farmers learn from each other’s successes and challenges, driving continuous improvement across the agricultural sector.

The *Farm Bill* is a comprehensive, multiyear law that governs various agricultural and food programs in the United States. It serves as the primary policy instrument for agriculture and food-related matters at the federal level. Here are some key points about the Farm Bill: 1. **Purpose and Scope**: - The Farm Bill provides an opportunity for policymakers to address a wide range of agricultural and food issues comprehensively. - It covers programs related to farming, conservation, nutrition, trade, and disaster assistance. 2. **Regular Updates**: - Congress typically passes a new Farm Bill every **five to six years**. - Each iteration reflects changes in agricultural practices, economic conditions, and societal needs. 3. **Implementation and Oversight**: - After enactment, federal agencies, such as the **U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)**, implement the Farm Bill's provisions. - Congress oversees its implementation to ensure effective execution. 4. **Program Areas**: - **Commodity Programs**: These address support for specific crops, dairy, and risk management. - **Conservation Programs**: Aimed at environmental stewardship and sustainable land use. - **Nutrition Assistance Programs**: Including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). - **Trade and Export Promotion**: Supporting agricultural exports. - **Rural Development and Disaster Assistance**: Fostering rural communities and aiding during emergencies. In summary, the Farm Bill plays a crucial role in supporting farmers, ranchers, and forest stewards while shaping agricultural policies and programs across the nation¹²³⁵. Source: Conversation with Bing, 2/24/2024 (1) Farm Bill | USDA. https://lnkd.in/gjDw_Qak. (2) Farm Bill Primer: What Is the Farm Bill? - CRS Reports. https://lnkd.in/gC8JVJh2. (3) United States farm bill - Wikipedia. https://lnkd.in/g6D-4vmr. (4) Farm Bill Home - USDA Farm Service Agency. https://lnkd.in/gu7aHdC7. (5) 2018 Farm Bill Primer: Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - CRS Reports. https://lnkd.in/gT6DYZrZ.

The FAO Sustainable Development Goals present an important framework that can help any of us benchmark what we do. Beyond the summary infographic, the contributors to the framework have an important body of scholarship (simulation tools, publications, visioning studies, etc.) that should not be over looked. Perhaps our first call to action in embracing the FAO Sustainable Development Goals is to engage the link! 👉http://bit.ly/3JGDVkS

17 goals. 6 years to achieve them. 1 future. Food & agriculture lie at the heart of achieving each & every one of the 17 #SDGs. @FAO is committed to help build a better future for all, learn how 👉http://bit.ly/3JGDVkS

The GAO recently released a report indicating that USDA had to do better with collecting, tracking and sharing information about foreign ownership of agricultural land in America. Glad to see attention being paid to America's farmland - its a vital resource for this nation and who owns it matters! Having sound information is key to informing good public policy. The Tenure, Ownership, and Transition of Agricultural Land (TOTAL) Survey is our nation’s best source of information of many kinds about agricultural land ownership. But the TOTAL survey was last conducted in 2014 with state-level data for only select states. AFT and our allies have urged Congress to commit at least $15 million in the next Farm Bill to ensure that the next TOTAL survey will give us better information so our nation can protect our agricultural land. Lets hope that Congress shows leadership and makes this happen! #farmland #publicpolicy #nationalsecurity https://lnkd.in/eU3gfei6 https://lnkd.in/esKwREtH

Agricultural Mastery: Where intellectual curiosity meets practical experience, farmers become masters of their craft. Foster a culture of continuous learning and watch your farm flourish. Have a productive weekahead. #EYiATITANS #sfarmlab #foodheroes #foodsecurity #foodsustainability #zerohunger

Alberta farms are crucial to our economy and food supply. The latest funding initiative provided agriculture societies with a total of $2.5 million! This investment underscores the essential role of agriculture in driving growth and ensuring food security. #AlbertaAgriculture #FarmFunding #SustainableFarming

How did we help the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) modernize its operations to make a more substantial impact on Alberta’s agriculture industry and the stability of the province’s food chain? Read our latest case study to find out. https://lnkd.in/et6PV5Sj