Robert Hosford: Urgent Agricultural Grants Amid North Carolina Drought \ 7-24-2024
WPTF Afternoon News · WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680
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Millions of dollars are now available for North Carolina farmers and other small business owners in the agriculture industry. The state department of agriculture and the USDA are offering a total of $6.2 million in grants, with amounts ranging from $10,000 to $2 million. Robert Hosford, Chief Executive Officer of the North Carolina Agricultural Finance Authority, joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss the importance and urgency of these grants in the midst of a severe drought affecting the region. Tune in to learn how these funds can support the agricultural community during this challenging time.