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In the world of project management, overseeing agricultural projects can be like cultivating a flourishing garden. Just as a project manager plans, coordinates, and monitors tasks to achieve successful outcomes, an agriculturist strategizes, organizes, and nurtures crops to yield bountiful harvests. Both require careful planning, resource management, and adaptability to ensure growth and success. It's a fascinating connection between two diverse fields! Let’s build to form a unity upfront

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is inviting grant applications from organizations to provide hands-on assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses applying for Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) funding. REAP provides grants and loans to help farmers and small business owners expand their use of wind, solar and other forms of clean energy and make energy efficiency improvements. The REAP Technical Assistance Grant (REAP TAG) program just announced is for organizations that intend to provide support to REAP applicants. USDA has allocated $250K for REAP TAG in Maine this fiscal year. “REAP offers Maine agricultural producers and small businesses a way to have more control over their energy costs,” said USDA Rural Development Maine State Director Rhiannon Hampson. “We want to ensure that all eligible businesses can apply, whether in our heritage farming and maritime industries or among the diverse businesses that sustain Maine’s rural towns. These grants for organizations that provide technical assistance are one way we can make it easier for applicants to compete for our REAP grants. Access to efficient, green energy options means cost savings for businesses and a cleaner environment for all Mainers.” Eligible recipients for these grants include state, Tribal or local governments; land grant colleges and universities; electric cooperatives; and nonprofit organizations. Recipients may use the funds to: Help rural agricultural producers and small business owners apply for REAP funding. Provide information on how business owners and agricultural producers can improve the energy efficiency of their operations and use renewable energy technologies and resources. Conduct required energy assessments and audits. Help agricultural producers and small business owners with planning construction and development of renewable energy or energy efficiency projects. Assist with the completion of environmental reports and/or documentation required for submittal of applications. This program works alongside REAP to create new economic opportunities, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and make energy more affordable for American families. Together, these programs will boost the long-term resiliency, reliability, and affordability of renewable energy systems in Maine. This assistance is made possible by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combatting the climate crisis. 

Agtech Rubicon Water raising $18m to capitalise on US growth Agricultural technology company Rubicon Water is planning to raise $18 million to capitalise on a growing pipeline of international projects with more than half of the raise being supported by the board and key management personell. A fully underwritten placement of 64 million Rubicon shares at 25c each, accounting for $16 million of the raise, has already been taken up by new and existing institutional investors as well as high net worth investors. The price has been struck at a 22 per cent discount to Rubicon’s previous closing price of 32c, with today’s announcement leading to an 18.6 per cent drop in the share price to 26c at 11.20am (AEST). Up to $9.2 million of the raise is being taken up by all of Rubicon's directors as well a key management personnel, subject to shareholder approval. https://hubs.li/Q02KN0Qn0

Enhancing Smart Farm Infrastructure: South Korea Focuses on Greenhouse Construction Performance The South Korean Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs has announced a strategic plan to elevate the quality of smart farm infrastructure by emphasizing the importance of greenhouse construction performance when selecting contractors. This initiative aims to prevent substandard construction practices, ensure the long-term viability of agricultural facilities, and enhance the role of specialized personnel in maintaining these advanced farming systems. Key Reforms to Ensure Quality and Expertise In recent years, South Korea has made significant investments in smart farming technology as part of its effort to modernize agriculture and boost productivity. However, there have been growing concerns over the quality of greenhouse installations in government-funded projects. The ministry’s new policy reforms are designed to address these issues by ensuring that only contractors with proven experience in greenhouse construction will be eligible to participate in future projects. One of the key changes is the decision to prioritize greenhouse construction experience when awarding contracts. Previously, local government projects often favored regional contractors to stimulate l...

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how can PNG Government and private sector business help to strategically address increased unemployment issue.... this issue can be addressed by creating more jobs opportunities .... How can we create job opportunities .......... job opportunities can be created by bringing in more investors to build large scale agriculture, fisheries and livestock farming projects in remote parts of PNG... This is one sector where it requires extensive manpower or labour intensive job where everyone can be employed skilled or unskilled unlike Mining, Oil and Gas Industry which only skilled workforce are required to be employed , which is a bottle neck, i don't think so PNG Government has identified this when making decision on the best interest of the people.... likewise we have challenges on opening up land for investment and business development opportunities.... The government must work with the Landowner owners to facilitate and register their land and resources in and on their land ..... then help them establish their Landowner association and landowner companies so they will participate in the business investment opportunities on their own land ..... Such arrangements will make the Landowner feel better, take ownership and appreciate to open his or her land for business and investment opportunities because they will benefit from the project development and returns... never ignore landowners in our natural resources investment and development stages .... They are special group of people we must always take into considerate in PNGs economic growth and development....

“Harvesting Success: Navigating the Dynamic Role of a Farm Manager”   In a previous blog titled "Navigating Career Trails in Agri-Business Management", we delved into the opportunities surrounding a "Career as an Agronomist." Now, let's shift our focus to the second exciting prospect: Farm Manager. Join me in an insightful exploration into the realm of Farm Management with this engaging blog. Crafted for aspiring agri-business management enthusiasts, it offers a comprehensive dive into various "Career Paths in Agri-business Management." https://lnkd.in/d3QUiEFk

“No matter what your role is, we all get to be very involved with a project. I enjoy doing a job where I can see things from start to finish, and then even see where these different products end up.” Who are the people responsible for each aspect of the custom solutions that come out of GS Global Resources, Inc.? Candice has been with #GSGR for 7 years in different roles including #customerservice and #purchasing, and she’s currently a project coordinator within the #engineering department. She says that as project coordinator, she gets to see projects through every phase and enjoys seeing our team come together to get solutions completed and out the door for #OEMs. Candice says that collective experience and strong sense of ownership from everyone is one of the many things that sets us a part from others in the #heavyequipment industry. #GSGR #GSGlobalResources #CustomBuild #Hydraulics #Power #HeavyMachinery #Engineering #HeavyEquipment #Milwaukee #Wisconsin #Solutions #Machinery #Integration #Systems #Ergonomics #Construction #Mining #Forestry #Agriculture #Highway #Rail #Utility #OEM #CustomSolutions #TotalMachineControl #FluidPower #MotionControl #MachineControl #Recruitment #WisconsinJobs #MilwaukeeJobs #Jobs #NowHiring #EngineeringJobs #ManufacturingJobs #EmployeeExperience #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeBenefits #EmployeeTraining

🌾 Hey Farmers! 🌾 Thinking about the Improving Farm Productivity Grant? Check out our blog for some friendly advice on making your application stand out! From clear and complete answers to having all your planning permissions in place, Design, Installation and Maintenance, Elementum’s got you covered. Plus, tips on presenting your funding needs effectively. #Farming #Grants #Agriculture #FarmLife #Sustainability #FarmManagement https://lnkd.in/eAph_tw5

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