The comment period is extended to December 20, 2000. Farmers' Market . The United States Department of Agriculture Commodity Credit Corporation will be making grants to state and tribal governments. The grants must be used to provide coupons to low-income seniors that they may exchange for eligible foods at farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community supported agriculture programs.
Eligible foods are fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Ten million dollars are available for grants for the 2001 farmers' market season. The deadline for applications is December 1, 2000. National Drought Council Meeting . D.C. The first part of the meeting will be devoted to the organization of the Council. The remainder of the meeting will be dedicated to establishing a work plan and other Council business.