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JFAC funds partial Agricultural Research & Extension request, including viticulture researcher and cafe maintenance
Summary
The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee approved additional general fund money and FTE for the University of Idaho’s Agricultural Research & Extension service, including a viticulture faculty position and funding for cafe building maintenance, after debating scope and ongoing funding expectations.
The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee approved additions to the University of Idaho’s Agricultural Research & Extension Service budget on Feb. 28, adding staff and operating dollars the committee said will support grower needs for grapes and small fruits while also addressing a campus cafe building maintenance request.
Kevin Campbell, a legislative budget analyst, summarized the land‑grant research mission and the packet before the committee. Representative Kevin Miller moved to add $408,000 from the General Fund and…
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