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Causes: Farm Bureaus & Granges, Food
Mission: Promote, advocate and prepare leaders for agriculture
Programs: The organization provides leadership education for members, outreach programs for community awareness of agriculture, participation in various agriculture sponsored events, and membership communication. About 2,200 members and 1,000 community children have benefited from these programs.
administrative services to manage all programs.
the organization holds various meetings throughout the year: an annual meeting for elections, budget and policy issues; an annual banquet to celebrate the accomplishments of the year; an annual picnic for member appreciation; and board of directors meetings. About 2,200 members have benefited from this program.
improving the feasibility for small meat producers to access u. S. D. A. Meat processors and retail sales by providing a freezer trailer and retail freezers at local establishments. The equipment was purchased through a grant provided by the southern md ag commission. About 9 users pay a nominal fee ($75) per use.
administration of the programs requires office space through rental of a home office, office supplies, and other administrative expenses.