News

Farmers Market Promotion Program Funding
April 10, 2012

USDA is accepting applications for the Farmer’s Market Promotion Program (FMPP) to expand direct producer-to-consumer market opportunities. Projects increasing access to healthy foods in food deserts will receive additional consideration. Applications for the $10…

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Keepseagle Claims Process Update
March 27, 2012

According to those close to the review process, the Keepseagle Legal Settlement is proceeding according to schedule. Unless it is delayed, the initial review process should be concluded by early summer, with checks to…

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CRP Sign-up Period Deadline is April 6
March 21, 2012

Applications for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), a USDA program designed to promote improved natural resource management by protecting environmentally sensitive lands, are being…

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Keepseagle Filing Period Closed
December 29, 2011

The filing period for the historic $760 million Keepeagle class action legal settlement closed on Tuesday, December 27.  More information on the settlement is available at indianfarmclass.com.

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Applications Open for USDA Council on Native American Farming and Ranching
December 29, 2011

Applications are being accepted for the USDA’s new Council on Native American Farming and Ranching until January 20, 2012. The Council’s primary purpose is…

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