Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is launching a new Farm Business Management (FBM) scholarship program for beginning farmers. Minnesota residents who have farmed less than 10 years can receive scholarships for half the cost of enrolling in FBM education. Scholarship recipients must; have a financial interest in the farm, participate in making some or all management decisions, and participate in the operation of the farm on a regular basis.
Scholarship recipients must be enrolled in an FBM program offered through Minnesota State Colleges and Universities or the Southwest Farm Business Management Association. Beginning farmers already enrolled in FBM, qualify for scholarship assistance until they earn 40 credits (usually four years).
For scholarship rates, or to contact an FBM program near you, visit www.mda.state.mn.us/fbm or call 651-201-6012