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“The Nuts and Bolts of Climate-Smart Grants” Webinar
July 16 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Time: 8 a.m. EST
Location: Free Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89304759982?pwd=atb76CphNQ7sHlHkbhgeVtlVBcrsy5.1
Event Host:
Center for Dairy Excellence and Penn State University
Dairy producers, how can Climate-Smart Grants benefit your operation? In this free webinar on Friday, July 26 at 8 a.m., learn the nuts and bolts of the Climate-Smart Grants that are available through the CARAT Project conducted by The Pennsylvania University and partners. Hear from multiple panelists – including one dairy producer who has recently received the grant – to better understand the program, the benefits of working with a technical service provider to develop climate-smart plans for your operation, and how to apply for funding.
Pennsylvania dairy farms with 35 lactating cows or more or custom dairy heifer facilities with 100 or more dairy heifers that have a 1) Ag E&S or conservation plan and 2) manure management or nutrient management plan in place (two total plans) are eligible to apply for the grants. CARAT stands for climate-smart agriculture that is profitable, regenerative, actionable, and trustworthy (CARAT).
During the webinar, you’ll hear from:
Matt Royer, Penn State University
Jayne Sebright, Center for Dairy Excellence
Peter Hughes, Red Barn Consulting
Jeff Trout, Trout Brothers Dairy, Perry County, PA
How to Join:
Dial +1 309-205-3325
Meeting ID: 893 0475 9982
Passcode: 062152
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