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Department of Plant Science

Agricultural Advancement Program faculty / staff Juan Rodriguez, Dr. Ranjit Riar and Juan Gonzales in campus vegetable plot

Agricultural Advancement Program

The Agricultural Advancement Program (AAP) aims to provide assistance for Underserved and Veteran Farmers, Ranchers, and Foresters by connecting them to specialized or specific resources, such as:

  • Small Business Development
  • USDA/FSA Funding Opportunities
  • Product Marketing Programs
  • Maintaining Farm Operations
  • Record-Keeping Resources
  • Application Related Documents
  • Educational Workshops
  • Agricultural Technology POC’s

Or agricultural related issues specific to that individual.

A focus of the program is to facilitate ease-of-access to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) grants, loans, initiatives and programs along with promoting business growth and market opportunities.

The program will provide one-on-one technical assistance, access to educational material, and personalized support.

Additionally, the program seeks to collaborate with local organizations, agencies, coalitions, and nonprofits to disseminate applicable information.

 

Juan Rodriguez

Juan Rodriguez

Program Coordinator
juan_rodriguez@csufresno.edu
559.278.4844

Make an Appointment with Juan Jose Rodriguez
Dr. Ranjit Riar

Dr. Ranjit Riar

Program Director / Plant Science Associate Professor (Agronomy)
rriar@csufresno.edu
559.278.4844