USDA-Supported Programs
for Sustainable Agriculture
The U.S. Department of Agriculture supports three major programs that
offer sustainable agriculture information and assistance. Whether you
are a farmer, an educator or a researcher seeking more information about
sustainable agriculture in general, about a specific crop, or help with
a specific problem, these programs can help. Contact information and a
description of each program are provided below for AFSIC,
SARE and ATTRA.
Alternative
Farming Systems Information Center (AFSIC)
Collects, organizes and distributes
information on alternative agriculture and provides high-level
searching and reference services from the National Agricultural
Library's vast collection and world-wide databases.
Alternative
Farming Systems Information Resources From the National Agriculture
Library and beyond
Provides grant opportunities;
maintains diverse portfolio of research projects; synthesizes
research results & on-farm experiences to develop books,
introductory bulletins and educator guides.
National sustainable
agriculture information service answers questions about
specific farming practices and innovative marketing approaches,
including organic production.
ATTRA
Resources
200+ free publications on farming and marketing
Website with daily brief updates
Specialized responses to sustainable agriculture questions
Toll-free phone service in English (800) 346-9140 and
Spanish (800) 411-3222
Speakers for workshops and conferences
Free bi-monthly newsletter and weekly e-newsletter
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