Governor McKee announcing a half million dollars in grants to 33 local farmers, fishers and specialty food producers.
The Local Agriculture and Seafood Act will support the growth and development of local farms. More than three million dollars has been awarded in the last 12 years of the grant program.
“The LASA program remains a vital source of support for Rhode Island’s local food industry,” said Governor Dan McKee. “Given the unpredictability of federal funding support, state-led investment is critical to providing stability for our farmers, fishers, and food producers, while strengthening our state’s food security and economic resilience.”
“The LASA grant program taps into our state’s incredible potential by building on our existing strengths,” said Senate Environment & Agriculture Committee Chairwoman V. Susan Sosnowski (D-Dist. 37, South Kingstown). “These grants enhance food security, boost small businesses, and make Rhode Island more sustainable and resilient. They are an investment in our people and our future, and in the agriculture and seafood industries that mean so much to our state. I am grateful to the many supporters and stakeholders who continue to make this program possible.”
33 organizations got grants ranging from seventy to 20 thousand dollars across the entire state.
(Photo: The Governor’s Office)