FARM CLIMATE SMART WI
EMPOWERING FARMERS IN NORTHEAST WISCONSIN
NEW Small Farmer Scholarship
The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Smaller Farmer Scholarship is available for underserved farmers located in the Fox-Wolf Watershed who would like assistance attending a conference or event that could improve their farming operation.
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Attending conferences and large events can often be out of reach for underserved farmers due to registration, travel, and lodging costs. As part of the Farm Climate Smart WI project, Wisconsin Farmers Union is assisting 10 farmers per year with up to $200 in costs associated with conference attendance.
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We need more diverse, small farmer voices at agriculture events. Apply for the NEW Small Farmer Scholarship to receive assistance and make your voice heard!
Prefer to fill out a paper version of this application?
Download the application, print, complete, and then mail to:
Wisconsin Farmers Union
c/o NEW Small Farmer Scholarship
128 W River Street, Suite 201, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Scholarship Eligibility
Farmers who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for the NEW Small Farmer Scholarship:
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Farmer is located within the Fox-Wolf Watershed (21 counties)
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Farmer identifies as underserved
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Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color​
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Women
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Veteran
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Beginning Farmer (Less than 10 years spent farming)
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Specialty Crop Producer
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Applicant is an active farm owner, operator, worker, or apprentice
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Event pertains to agriculture
Application Details
Time to complete: 15-20 minutes
Topics covered: your farm, demographic information, and the event you're interested in attending
What you need to complete the application:​​​​
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Event information like website link, location, & dates
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​Basic information about your farm such as acreage and what is produced. *No specific income information is requested.*
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Self-reported demographic information
Prefer to fill out a paper version of this application?
Download the application, print, complete, and then mail to:
Wisconsin Farmers Union
c/o NEW Small Farmer Scholarship
128 W River Street, Suite 201, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Deadlines & Key Dates
Application Deadlines
The NEW Small Farmer Scholarship has rolling deadlines for applications. You can submit an application at anytime.
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Applications are reviewed quarterly. Plan to submit your application at least one quarter before your event occurs.
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Rolling deadlines are:
Quarter 1: March 31
Quarter 2: June 30
Quarter 3: September 30
Quarter 4: December 31
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of events can I use this scholarship to go to?
This scholarship can be used for conferences/events related to agriculture, farm business, conservation, and local food systems. Possible events include:
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National Farmers Union Women's Conference
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Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
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National Urban Agriculture Conference
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Questions?
Contact Erin Thompson at ethompson@wisconsinfarmersunion.com or (715)-450-6431
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