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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today, July 26, announced approximately $16.6 million in available funding to community-based and nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribal entities that help socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers own and operate successful farms. Funding is made through the USDA’s Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (also known as the 2501 Program). The 2501 program is administered by the USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement.
“USDA is committed to removing barriers to access,” said Lisa Ramirez, director of the USDA OPPE. “The 2501 program helps connect historically disadvantaged groups with USDA financing and programming.”