The purpose of this agreement, is to produce educational materials and training program on agribusiness fundamentals, digital principles in agriculture and sustainable agriculture for farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded a $199,580 Cooperative Agreement to the Agricultural Extension Service, a U.S. state government entity and 1862 land-grant college in Puerto Rico. The purpose of this agreement is to produce educational materials and training programs on agribusiness fundamentals, digital principles in agriculture, and sustainable agriculture for farmers in Puerto Rico. The award period is from September 30, 2024 to November 30, 2026 under the Soil and Water Conservation federal grant program (CFDA 10.902). The Agricultural Extension Service, as the primary provider of agricultural extension and education services in Puerto Rico, will leverage this funding to deliver a range of outreach, training, and technical assistance programs focused on improving agricultural practices, promoting sustainable farming, and supporting rural communities across the island.