The funding will boost food and agricultural careers through scholarships at historically Black universities.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $19.2 million investment to support 1890 Land-grant Universities by providing scholarships to undergraduate students pursuing careers in food and agriculture. These scholarships, administered through USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), are designed to encourage students to enter the agricultural workforce.
“The 1890 Land-grant Universities have been critical partners in building the next generation of agricultural leaders, including here at USDA,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “This scholarship investment is an important resource for students as they pursue their dreams and set out to make their mark on the world.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Vilsack and USDA officials as they provide grants for future agricultural and food careers.
- For the president, vice president, and administration advisors as they assess the food supply of the United States.
Sources: Department of Agriculture
