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The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) is now accepting applications for grants through the Independent Processor Assistance Program, which is designed to improve and expand Nebraska’s meat processing capabilities.
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Farmers and ranchers are invited to participate in a free webinar July 26 from noon to 1 p.m., CT, to learn more about their federal crop insurance options. “Crop Insurance for Diversified Operations” will be hosted by Center for Rural Affairs Policy Associate Kate Hansen and Megan Vaith, crop insurance agent and founder of Northbourne Organic Crop Insurance LLC.
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Free beekeeping workshops hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs, Iowa State University, and Little Priest Tribal College will help those who are interested in getting started in the industry.
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Los talleres de apicultura gratuitos organizados por el Center for Rural Affairs, la Universidad Estatal de Iowa y el Colegio Tribal Little Priest ayudarán a quienes estén interesados en comenzar en la industria.
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Recently, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee released its draft agriculture appropriations bill for 2023. The bill outlines funding for multiple programs that benefit rural America, including Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) and the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program (RMAP).
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The Center for Rural Affairs will bring together a panel of speakers to discuss the part renewable energy generation can play in building a resilient, sustainable future for Iowa’s electrical grid.
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Falling equipment costs coupled with increased demand for clean energy have led to a rapid rise in solar development over the past decade, a trend expected to continue, especially in rural areas, according to a new resource guide from the Center for Rural Affairs.
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Many South Dakotans continue to experience challenges with broadband access, according to a new resource guide released today by the Center for Rural Affairs.
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Rural landowners and residents can learn more about the opportunities and benefits of renewable energy on their properties during a free event set in June.
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The Center for Rural Affairs commends Iowa lawmakers for making good on a promise to offer tax credits to residents investing in solar energy systems. In approving its tax bill—Senate File 2367—Monday evening, the Iowa Legislature agreed to pay the Solar Energy Systems Tax Credit to applicants currently on the waiting list for residential projects installed in 2021.
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The Center for Rural Affairs applauds Iowa lawmakers for approving two bills that will support the state’s small meat processors. On Monday, the Iowa Senate passed House File (HF) 2470, which will create the framework for a one-year community college certificate program on artisanal butchery.
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A free beekeeping workshop hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs, Iowa State University, and Muscatine County Extension will help Iowans who are interested in getting started in the industry.
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Un taller de apicultura gratuito organizado por el Center for Rural Affairs, la Universidad Estatal de Iowa y la Extensión del Condado de Muscatine ayudará a los habitantes de Iowa que estén interesados en comenzar en la industria.
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Women landowners are invited to a farm tour to learn more about conservation and working with tenants, and to meet with other women landowners.
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The Center for Rural Affairs commends members of the Nebraska Legislature for their approval of several key pieces of legislation this session and thanks lawmakers for supporting industries that help make rural Nebraska strong.
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Beginning Latino and other beginning farmers across Nebraska are invited to learn about and discuss soil health and conservation practices during a series of online workshops, “Soil Health Learning Circles,” hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs.
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Los latinos principiantes y otros agricultores principiantes de Nebraska están invitados a aprender y discutir sobre la salud del suelo y las prácticas de conservación durante una serie de talleres en línea, “Círculos de Aprendizaje para la Salud del Suelo,” organizados por el Center for Rural Affairs.
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For agricultural soils in the midwestern U.S. to continue to be productive, conservation practices must be widely implemented, according to a new report from the Center for Rural Affairs.
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Registration is now open for the second annual Latina Women in Business Conference: Es Tu Turno, hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs and Small Business Administration. The event is in Spanish only.
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Ya está abierta la inscripción para la segunda Conferencia Anual de Mujeres Latinas en los Negocios: Es Tu Turno, organizada por el Center for Rural Affairs y Small Business Administration. El evento es solo en español.
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