USDA Cuts $9M in Native American Farming Grants
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The U.S. Department of Agricultures decision to cancel nearly nine million dollars in grants for Native American farming projects in Montana has left communities reeling. Piikani Lodge Health Institute, Chippewa Cree Tribe, and Four Bands Community Fund all lost funding for projects aimed at supporting low-income producers, training young farmers, and building community resource centers. The USDA cited discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion preferences and wasteful spending as reasons for the cuts. Leaders from the affected communities expressed shock and disappointment, with some even brought to tears. The cuts come amidst bigger challenges for tribal ag folks, including tricky land ownership rules and distance from markets. Piikani Lodge and Chippewa Cree are planning to appeal the decision and explore other funding options to keep their projects alive.
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