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Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Training

Type
Course
Date of Publication
July 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

This course covers the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, or CFAP. This program provides direct assistance to agricultural producers who have experienced losses due to COVID-19.

Course Information

Building off of CARES Act: Implications for Farmers and Ranchers, this 30-minute course covers the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) under the CARES Act.

The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, or CFAP, provides direct assistance to agricultural producers who have experienced losses due to COVID-19. Through this course, you will learn about the program, who is eligible to apply, and which commodities are supported under the CFAP. Instructors will walk you through different examples of payment calculations and rates as well as provide direction on next steps.

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