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ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture Program ATTRA is a program developed and managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). Our services are available to farmers, ranchers, market gardeners, Extension agents, researchers, educators, farm organizations, and others involved in agriculture, especially those who are economically disadvantaged or belong to traditionally underserved communities. MORE GET ONE-ON-ONE ADVICE Our experts will answer your questions about horticulture, livestock, organic farming, pests, and much more! GET HELP QUESTION OF THE WEEK The ATTRA Question of the Week features a relevant topic chosen by our experts. JOIN THE DISCUSSION URBAN AGRICULTURE Whether you’re a beginning farmer, or an experienced agricultural producer interested in transitioning to more sustainable practices, you may want to start by learning more about the principles of sustainable agriculture and some of the "systems" approaches associated with it. LEARN MORE LIVESTOCK AND PASTURE Whether you’re an experienced or a beginning producer, you can find useful information relating to traditional livestock such as beef and dairy cattle, sheep, hogs and poultry, as well as introductions to alternative livestock options from bees to bison. LEARN MORE ARMED TO FARM Armed to Farm is Sustainable Agriculture Training For Military Veterans. Learn more about current opportunities, technical assistance, and online tutorials. LEARN MORE ATTRA Resources for Resiliency – Blog Here on my farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia, I am extremely eager to get my garden started. Due to the uncertain times brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, I am motivated to achieve greater self-sufficiency and resilience for my family. By Devona Bell, Director of Sustainable Agriculture, Rural Communities & Local Foods NCAT IT 20 March, 2020 Elderberries: Easy to Grow Medicine – Blog I can hardly think of a perennial fruit easier to grow than elderberries. And I can hardly think of a food item with a stronger claim to health benefits. Coupling the ease of growing with this fruit’s new popularity as an effective medicine, this could be an opportune time for growers to consider establishing an elderberry planting for their family, or perhaps, more ambitiously, a commercial venture. By Guy K. Ames, NCAT Horticulture Specialist NCAT IT 19 March, 2020 Community Supported Agriculture Publication – Blog This publication provides a foundation and tools for farmers looking to begin a CSA operation. It also explores many variations to the traditional model that have developed over the last generation and looks into what the future might hold for CSA. By Daniel Prial, NCAT Agriculture Specialist NCAT IT 14 March, 2020 USDA Approves State and Tribal Hemp Production Plans USDA approved the first set of plans submitted by states and Indian tribes for the domestic production of hemp under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program. Plans were submitted by the states of Louisiana, New Jersey, and Ohio, and the Flandreau Santee Sioux, Santa Rosa Cahuilla, and La Jolla Band of Luiseno Indian Tribes. To produce hemp, growers must be licensed or authorized under a state, tribe, or USDA production program. USDA maintains a list of plans under review and approved plans on its website. Tracy Mumma 08 January, 2020 Latest News ATTRA’s daily recap of sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet. READ NEWS Upcoming Events ATTRA’s interactive calendar of events will keep you updated on the the goings on in Sustainable Agriculture. We also provide the opportunity for organizations to publicize their upcoming event , festival and projects through our online events calendar . VIEW EVENTS Internship Opportunities A directory of on-the-job learning opportunities in sustainable and organic agriculture in the U.S. (and some in Canada) has been published since 1989 as a tool to help farmers and apprentices connect with each other. LEARN MORE Funding Opportunities A clearinghouse of available grant and funding opportunities within the realm of Sustainable Agriculture. MORE INFO NCAT’s ATTRA Specialists: Starting Seeds NCAT’s ATTRA Agriculture Specialists are producing short videos to share what they are doing on our farms and homesteads, in hopes of giving people ideas for building food security and resiliency at home and in their com NCAT IT 23 March, 2020 ATTRA Resources for Resiliency – Blog Here on my farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia, I am extremely eager to get my garden started. Due to the uncertain times brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, I am motivated to achieve greater self- NCAT IT 20 March, 2020 Elderberries: Easy to Grow Medicine – Blog I can hardly think of a perennial fruit easier to grow than elderberries. And I can hardly think of a food item with a stronger claim to health benefits. Coupling the ease of growing with this fruit’s new popularity as a NCAT IT 19 March, 2020 UPDATED PUBLICATIONS Click here to learn more UPCOMING WORKSHOPS Click here to learn more WEBINARS & OTHER VIDEO Click here to learn more Ask an Ag Expert Our Ag Experts are ready to answer any and all questions, comments, or concerns you may have. Call or Email us: 1-800-346-9140 or askanag@ncat.org BECOME A FRIEND OF ATTRA If you appreciate ATTRA, please support us. Please click on the button below to give donations online. DONATE NOW WHO WE ARE ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture Program P.O. Box 3838 Butte, MT 59702 Copyright © NCAT 1997-2020. 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