Are you currently creating or expanding an agricultural business in Texas? Consider applying for the 2018 Young Farmer Grant (YFG) program. This initiative is administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture under the direction of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority (TAFA). This program provides financial assistance in dollar-for-dollar matching grant funds to individuals between 18 and 46 who are engaged or will be engaged in creating or expanding an agricultural business in Texas. Additional details, instructions and 2018 YFG Round 2 application materials can be found here. Applications are due by the close of business (5:00 p.m. CT) on March 22, 2018.
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