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University of Missouri to Launch Mobile Meat Processing Training
The University of Missouri's College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources will provide mobile meat processing training next year. The university will send two mobile meat processing training centers throughout the state as part of a pilot program to address the labor shortages within the meat processing industry
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Bonnie Stresses Importance Of CCC
USDA's top official for climate, Robert Bonnie, says moving forward, one of the things he would like to focus on is the Forest Service's Civilian Conservation Corps, which was set up after The Great Depression. He noted the program creates about 10,000 opportunities annually for young folks, for veterans, and others
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Final Rule On Employment Programs For Those Using SNAP Benefits Released
The USDA is out with its final rule on employment and training programs for SNAP recipients. The USDA's Brandon Lipps said the changes are aimed at working with states to enhance support services for beneficiaries, returning to the workforce
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USDA Holds SNAP Training Forum
The USDA recently held its first ever SNAP Employment and Training National Work Forum.
"ENT transforms SNAP From a program that puts money on a card each month to being about wrap-around services and support to help each individual discover his or her own potential, said Deputy Ag Secretary, Steve Censky
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