National Institute of Food and Agriculture funding opportunity

Recently the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced  availability of nearly $5 million in funds for community-based food and agriculture projects through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program.

The primary goals for the program are to:

• Meet the food needs of low-income individuals
• Increase the food self-reliance of low-income communities
• Promote comprehensive responses to local food, farm and nutrition issues
• Meet specific state, local or neighborhood food and agricultural needs.

Community Food Projects strengthen and unite the entire food system while increasing food security. Applications must be received by November 17, 2010.

Visit the NIFA Newsroom for details and to apply.