The University of Missouri System has been awarded a $140,000 Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Housing Service Rural Business Cooperative Services. This 2-year Project Grant will fund initiatives to promote sustainable economic development and facilitate the growth of small and emerging private businesses in rural communities. Typical activities supported by RBDG grants include technical assistance, business counseling, market research, workforce development, and revolving loan funds. The University of Missouri System will leverage its expertise across disciplines such as agriculture, natural resources, and social sciences to deliver innovative solutions and advance knowledge in support of rural economic priorities.
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