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White House Highlights Actions to Help Rural Businesses
The President will announce his plan to help grow manufacturing in rural areas to provide new markets to small businesses. According to this release, the nation reached a record $2.35 trillion in exports last year.
USDA Announces $14M in Grants for Rural Communities
The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced $14 million in grants to support programs for rural America focused on community development, economic growth, and sustainability through research, education, and extension programs.
Affordable Housing is Key to Sustainable Economic and Community Development
Tony Hernandez, Administrator for USDA's Rural Housing Service, says successful community development depends on workforce and affordable housing to keep people in the region and attract others.
CDFA Brownfields Financing Toolkit
The CDFA Brownfields Financing Toolkit provides communities with an easy-to-use, best practices resource on brownfields redevelopment. The toolkit brings together the best financing concepts and techniques to provide a comprehensive response to capital and resource needs.
Sacramento Region is Agriculture's Silicon Valley
The Sacramento region has not had a lot of success with attracting venture capital compared to other regions, according to the Sacramento Bee. However, that may be changing as food technology has been catching the interest of venture capitalists.
Wisconsin Governor Takes Aim at Rural Economy
According to AgriView, Governor Scott Walker announced plans to invest in rural Wisconsin that will enhance education, broadband, technology, business growth, training, and transportation. $55 million will be made available in 2017 to establish regional revolving-loan funds.
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