By Scout Nelson
Christy Davis, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Director for Kansas Rural Development, introduced a significant investment aimed at bolstering domestic fertilizer production. The USDA is providing $2,383,384 to fund the construction and equipping of a new facility in Canton, Kansas.
This initiative is part of a broader national effort involving 11 other states under the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP).
The grant will facilitate the Mid-Kansas Cooperative Association—a farmer-owned cooperative with 11,000 members and 600 employees—in building a state-of-the-art facility. This new site will enhance service efficiency for regional customers and is projected to produce 3,000 tons of liquid fertilizer annually, accessible to 250 local producers.
The project is expected to create eight new jobs, reflecting USDA's commitment to expanding economic opportunities and improving the quality of life in rural areas.
This investment is a component of the USDA Rural Development’s mission to support infrastructure improvements, business development, and community facilities, including education, public safety, health care, and high-speed internet access in rural, tribal, and high-poverty areas.
By boosting fertilizer production capabilities, the USDA aims to strengthen farming communities in Kansas, making it a vital step towards self-reliance in agricultural resources.
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Categories: Kansas, Business, Rural Lifestyle