USDA Pandemic Assistance Available to Organic Farmers

Certified organic farmers or farmers transitioning to organic can apply for additional funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help cover expenses incurred due to COVID-19. Through Jan. 7, 2022, interested farmers can apply for the USDA’s Organic and Transitional Education and Certification Program, which is offering $20 million to help with costs for maintaining or obtaining organic certification. […]