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Indiana Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program (MPILP)
30 Apr 2024
Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA)
The Indiana Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program (MPILP) is a $15 million revolving loan program that assists Indiana meat and poultry packers and processors with access to affordable capital for meat expansion projects. This intermediary lending program addresses critical meat expa ...
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Rural Energy for America Program Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants
30 Apr 2024
Program Status: Open
Program Period: Open for Fiscal Year 2024 Application Windows: June 30, 2024 September 30, 2024
What does this program do?
The program provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable ene ...
Farm Storage Facility Loan Program
30 Apr 2024
The Farm Storage Facility Loan Program (FSFL) provides low-interest financing so producers can build or upgrade permanent and portable storage facilities and equipment. Eligible commodities include grains, oilseeds, peanuts, pulse crops, hay, hemp, honey, renewable biomass commodities, fruits and vegetables, floriculture, hops, ma ...
Motorists: Stay Alert And Share The Road With Farm Equipment
30 Apr 2024
Planting season is quickly approaching for Indiana’s 94,000 farmers. With the warm weather and sunshine, Hoosier motorists will also see more large slow-moving farm equipment traveling Indiana’s rural roads and highways.
The Indiana State Department of Agriculture, Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Indiana Department of Tran ...
Indiana Grown Members Connected To Local Food Buyers
26 Apr 2024
Indiana Grown held a member event Tuesday focused on encouraging schools, hospitals, restaurants and more to buy local. The event featured 57 Indiana Grown members who are ready and able to expand into larger markets.
Members who attended the showcase were highlighting their locally grown, raised, processed and crafted items ...
Governor Proclaims March 19 as National Ag Day
18 Mar 2024
Gov. Eric Holcomb has proclaimed March 19 as National Ag Day in Indiana.
“Agriculture is the backbone of our rural communities, and this sector is a large employer of Hoosiers and contributes so much to our state, both economically and socially,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Today, w ...
A Taste of Lamb Event Planned for March
24 Jan 2024
The Washington County Sheep Association is hosting “A Taste of Lamb” on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at Southern Hills Church (1645 S. St. Rd. 135, Salem).
“A Taste of Lamb” will feature the very popular lamb cook-off. Attendees will enjoy approximately six lamb dishes, prepared with locally raised lamb, and vote for their favorite. Prizes ...
Apply for a YES Grant Through Indiana 4-H Foundation
23 Jan 2024
Now Accepting Applications for 2024 YES Grants
Your donations and support help fund youth-led service projects across Indiana!
Do you know a 4-Her who might have an idea for a hometown service project? Encourage your future community leader to apply for a YES Grants today through the Indiana 4-H Foundation to help fund their idea!
YES Grants (wh ...