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University of Idaho to Reapply for Ag Program Canceled by USDA

The University of Idaho plans to reapply for a climate-smart agriculture grant that was recently canceled by USDA. The $59 million grant—part of a larger $3 billion initiative—was the largest in the University’s history and aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by promoting sustainable farming practices across 100,000 acres in Idaho. Although more than 50% of the original funds were directed to producers, new USDA rules require at least 65% to go directly to farmers. The University is revising its proposal ahead of the June 20 deadline.