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Province Supports Social Enterprises
Social enterprises across the province will now have access to small-business loans, through the provincially funded Credit Union Small Business Loan Program. Social enterprises operate as non-profits with the purpose of addressing social, economic or environmental concerns.
The province is providing a $2-million loan guarantee for the program and is available to any qualified... more inside BYL
Agricultural Finance Loans Approved FRANKFORT, Ky. - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC), chaired by Agriculture Commissioner James R. Comer, recently approved $400,126 in agricultural loans for projects in the Commonwealth during their regular monthly business meeting.
KAFC participates with lenders to provide financing to producers making capital expenditures for agricultural projects through... more inside BYL
Governor LePage Signs Bill to Reduce Red Tape in Maine's Agritourism Industry AUGUSTA - Governor Paul LePage signed Monday LD 1605, "An Act to Promote Agricultural Activity in Maine by Limiting the Liability for Agritourism Activities." At the ceremonial bill signing in the Cabinet Room this morning the Governor was joined by Department of Agriculture Commissioner Walt Whitcomb, Rep. Aaron Libby (R-Waterboro), Rep. Jeff Timberlake (R-Turner), Rep. Dean Cray (R-Palmyra), Rep.... more inside BYL
Continuing his efforts to make Florida the best place to start, grow or move a business, Gov. Rick Scott today announced a partnership with Google that will bring free websites to small businesses throughout Florida. "Florida Get Your Business Online" will help drive economic growth by... more inside BYL
Illinois Products Expo Sets Attendance And Sales Records SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - The 2012 Illinois Products Expo was a record-breaker.
The two-day show, which featured food, wine and agricultural products from 77 Illinois companies, attracted 7,718 consumers, shattering the former record of 6,566*.
Those who attended brought their wallets as well as their appetites. Participating companies reported record sales of $130,000, 13 percent more... more inside BYL
Register Today for Annual Food Marketing Workshop LAKEWOOD, Colo. - There is still time to register for the "Marketing Your Food Product" workshop. The full day seminar is on Thursday, April 19 at the Community College of Aurora, 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Aurora, Colo.
"This workshop has something for everyone involved in the food industry, regardless of how long they've been in business," said Wendy White, marketing specialist... more inside BYL
The sole purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. ADAI encourages organizations to develop projects to solely enjance the competitivenss of specialty crops pertaining to the following issues affecting the specialty crop industry. To be eligible for... more inside BYL
'Soil to Spoon' stewardship materials
available now to educators and group leaders DOVER - The Delaware Association of Conservation Districts (DACD) encourages you to think about your personal responsibility to be a good steward of Delaware's natural resources during its annual Stewardship Week celebration. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) has proclaimed April 29 to May 6, 2012 as Soil and Water Stewardship Week, marking the 57th year of the national event.... more inside BYL [1] 23456789101112131415161718192021>>>
Indiana Awarded $6 Million "Green Jobs" Training Grant INDIANAPOLIS - The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced winning a $6 million grant from the US Department of Labor to help train Hoosier workers for the green jobs of tomorrow.
"Governor Mitch Daniels voiced Indiana's goal to become the capital of the nation's ....
"Accelerating the Advanced Energy Supply Chain in Ohio" - Seminar Offers Tools and Resources for Ohio Companies
Marietta, Ohio - The Ohio Department of Development is helping to expand the advanced energy market regionally. On Thursday, November 20, from 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m., Washington State Community College will host Ohio businesses, economic development professionals, and public officials at ....
