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Organic evaluation and increase of a determinate buckwheat variety
Organic evaluation and increase of a determinate buckwheat varietySteve Zwinger, Steve Schaubert, Owen Trangsrud, Theresa Podoll, & Verna Kragnes This is a final report for a mini-grant received from the Organic Crop Improvement Association for work that was completed in 2020. Buckwheat is a late planted short season broadleaf crop […]
USDA Aid for Farmers: Action Resources
USDA Pandemic Aid for Farmers: Action Toolkit Prepared by the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Grassroots Team The situation: USDA is preparing to distribute $16 billion in direct aid to farmers and ranchers who have experienced financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications for the program, called the Coronavirus Food Assistance […]
Resources for the Local Food Economy: COVID-19
Resources for Farmers: Covid-19 General University of Minnesota Extension Local Foods College- The Local Foods College is an interactive distance learning opportunity for gardeners and farmers interested in community-based food systems. These free online classes are available to anyone interested in strengthening food systems. USDA- A deep dive into the […]
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NPSAS works directly with farmers to encourage better care of the land by increasing perennial crops, reducing chemical use and developing environmentally beneficial livestock systems.