To enhance puerto rico farmers ability to become successful entrepreneurs, champions in natural resources conservation, address lega l issues in farming, access USDA programs, and provide residents…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Office of Advocacy and Outreach awarded a $750,000 Project Grant to Victus Puerto Rico Inc. under the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (CFDA 10.443) program. The grant aims to enhance the ability of Puerto Rico farmers to become successful entrepreneurs, champions in natural resources conservation, address legal farming issues, access USDA programs, and provide residents with a reliable food system. The grant will be used to deliver educational services, training, technical assistance, and outreach initiatives focused on these key objectives over a 3-year period from September 2023 through September 2026.

To enhance puerto rico farmers ability to become successful entrepreneurs, champions in natural resources conservation, address lega l issues in farming, access USDA programs, and provide residents with a reliable food system.