The National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), a civilian agency of the U.S. government, awarded a $415,301 Cooperative Agreement to the Agriculture And Land-Based Traning Association (ALBA) on February 12, 2024 under the Soil and Water Conservation grant program (CFDA 10.902). The funding will support ALBA, a non-profit organization based in California, in providing outreach and education to historically underserved producers and students, and facilitating their access to NRCS conservation programs. The project will run through June 30, 2027. ALBA collaborates with partners like California FarmLink, Carlson Food Safety Consulting, and Community Alliance with Family Farmers to deliver comprehensive support services, including technical assistance, training, and resources, to beginning, socially disadvantaged, and Latino farmers.
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