(FOA)-USDA/NIFA - Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans (USDA-NIFA-OP-006669); January 10, 2019

 

Agency

US Department of Agriculture - National Institute of Food and Agriculture

 

Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced the Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans, USDA-NIFA-OP-006669.  The Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Program provides grants to non-profits to increase the number of military veterans gaining knowledge and skills through comprehensive, hands-on and immersive model farm and ranch programs offered regionally that lead to successful careers in the food and agricultural sector. The program encourages the development of training opportunities specifically designed for military veterans.  AgVets projects will offer onsite, hands-on training and classroom education leading to a comprehensive understanding of successful farm and ranch operations and management practices. Projects may also offer workforce readiness and employment prospects for service-disabled veterans.  NIFA does not require matching support for this program.

 

Announcement Number:

USDA-NIFA-OP-006669

 

Closing Date:

Jan 10, 2019

 

Link to Full Announcement

https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=310087

 

Contact Information

Brent Elrod

202-690-3468

belrod@nifa.usda.gov