To assist sdvfrs by implementing strategies for farm sustainability to include on farm financial and nonfinancial sustainability, farm resiliency, cooperative group production and marketing

This federal Project Grant award of $624,736.00 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Office of Advocacy and Outreach under the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (CFDA 10.443) program will assist socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers (SDVFRs) by implementing strategies for farm sustainability. The key products and services to be delivered include: providing on-farm financial and non-financial sustainability support; enhancing farm resiliency; facilitating cooperative group production and marketing; and delivering training and technical assistance on topics such as business planning, climate-smart agriculture, food safety, risk management, and marketing. The project is being carried out by the North South Institute, Inc., a non-profit multidisciplinary group in Florida that promotes sustainable development and supports veteran and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. The award period runs from Sep 29, 2023 to Sep 28, 2026.