2012 ag development sign-ups underway

The Harrison County Phase I Committee held the educational meeting on Monday, April 30 at the Harrison County Extension Office. At the meeting 161 local farmers received applications for the 2012 Phase I projects.  
During the meeting the group received information concerning programs this year and deadlines for signing up. All applications are due to the Extension Office by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 14.  Following the application period, the local board will score the applications and notify the first group who are approved.
Harrison County will have $350,000 available for cost share programs this year.  Each person approved can receive up to $3,000 in cost share funds which will be used to match personal funds to complete a planned project.
If you were unable to attend the meeting on April 30 and want to participate, stop by the Extension Office before Monday, May 14 and pick up an application. All applications must be completed by May 14 and returned. No exceptions will be made.
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