The Department of Agriculture published notice in the September 10 PA Bulletin announcing it will begin accepting applications for up to $3,000 in farm succession or transition planning under the Agricultural Land Conservation Assistance Grant Program on October 1.

There is no deadline for applications; however, grant funding is limited by Act 85 to a total of $165,000.

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received to determine suitability and acceptance into the Program.

Information and grant application forms may be obtained from the Center for Farm Transitions, Department of Agriculture, 2301 North Cameron Street, Room 310, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9408 or by calling 888-724-7697.

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