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Economic Development Fund
Discretionary Grant Program
Organization: Oregon State University/Deschutes County Extension
Organization Description: The Oregon State University Extension Service provides
research-based knowledge and education that assist local communities with their
economy, sustaining natural resources, and promoting health. Established in Deschutes
County in 1916, the extension service is funded by a permanent tax base created in 1982.
These funds cover the areas of small farms, horticulture, forestry, 4-H youth
development, and family and community health.
Project Name: Living on a Few Acres Conference
Project Description: The Living on a Few Acres Conference is a one-day conference
targeting small acreage landowners and small farmers. The topics covered in the
conference include livestock care, crop production, farm business management, rural
living and land stewardship. It has been an annual event for 24 years and drew 131
participants last year. The goal for 2011 is to double attendance. To accomplish this goal,
OSU Extension is collaborating with Small Acreage Resource Team (SmART) to plan,
coordinate, market and facilitate the event. These funds will primarily be used for
marketing and advertising.
Project Period: March 5, 2011
Amount of Request: $2,000
Previous Grants:
• Sep. 2002: $3,250 Shelving and storage equipment ($3,250 Daly)