A 2501 Grant Connects Spanish-Speaking South Texas Farmers with Agriculture Opportunities at USDA

Published on October 9, 2024

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Advancement (SARA) supports rural communities through strategies that address environmental, economic and social aspects of agricultural sustainability. Additionally, SARA encourages its university faculty and students to engage in research, education and hands-on learning experiences in these communities.

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