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American Chestnut Restoration Effort
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Farming in the City
Did you know that 15 percent of the world’s food is grown in urban areas? From backyard community gardens to vacant lots, and along highways and on rooftops, urban farmers are bringing people closer to their food.
These farmers are growing fresh, healthy produce and, at the same time, are providing jobs, beautifying their neighborhoods, and offering access to fresh, healthy food in areas where grocery stores are sparse.
Watch this video to learn more:
As American agriculture continues to grow in new directions, USDA is growing along with it. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service provides technical and financial assistance for assistance for urban growers in areas such as:
Did you know that 15 percent of the world’s food is grown in urban areas? From backyard community gardens to vacant lots, and along highways and on rooftops, urban farmers are bringing people closer to their food.
These farmers are growing fresh, healthy produce and, at the same time, are providing jobs, beautifying their neighborhoods, and offering access to fresh, healthy food in areas where grocery stores are sparse.
Watch this video to learn more:
As American agriculture continues to grow in new directions, USDA is growing along with it. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service provides technical and financial assistance for assistance for urban growers in areas such as:
- Soil Health
- Irrigation and Water Conservation
- Weeds and Pests
- High Tunnels
USDA Farmbill
Did The Agricultural Act of 2014 is important legislation that provides authorization for services and programs that impact every American and millions of people around the world. The new Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer.
Learn more at https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/farm-bill/index
Did The Agricultural Act of 2014 is important legislation that provides authorization for services and programs that impact every American and millions of people around the world. The new Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer.
Learn more at https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/farm-bill/index