Eastern explores NRCS Farm Bill programs; Board told Foundation may need formal authorization

Apr 18, 2025

An NRCS representative told the Board the college itself may be ineligible for Farm Bill programs but the Eastern Foundation could act on the college’s behalf; a $7,500 emergency drought award was reported and further Board authorization would be required to proceed.

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At the April 18 meeting, Regent Latt Jeffrey introduced Mr. Morgan from the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Latimer County Conservation District, who briefed the Board on opportunities under NRCS Farm Bill programs to support Eastern’s college farm.

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