Chembezi Appointed To USDA’s Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers

Dr. Duncan M. Chembezi, director of Alabama A&M University’s Small Farms Research Center, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers.

“Revive Alabama” Program Offers $100 Million In Small Business Grants

Revive Alabama will reimburse small businesses up to a combined $100 million for expenses they have incurred due to operational interruptions caused by the pandemic and related business closures.

Alabama Farmers Plant Less Cotton; More Corn, Soybeans, Peanuts And Wheat

COVID-19 indirectly impacted farmers’ decisions to plant less cotton this year, including farmers in Alabama.

Program Seeks To Recognize Historical Alabama Farms

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is accepting applications for the annual Century and Heritage Farm and Bicentennial Farm programs until August 28. The programs recognize family farms that have played a significant role in Alabama’s History.

New Trade Deal With Mexico, Canada Takes Effect

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) takes effect today, bringing good news to Alabama farmers hit hard by low commodity prices and market disruption in the wake of COVID-19.

Neighbors Magazine for July 2020