COMMUNITY and ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CED)
The Community and Economic Development team works to create pathways to success by empowering communities, organizations, and individuals through education and technical assistance.
Ribbon cutting for the opening of a new local business
Workforce Development is another key area of focus for Community and Economic Development. Connecting individuals with resources to improve their skills and training will help them prepare for the workforce. These program are open to all adults, regardless of age or educational background. In FY 2023, CED implemented five programs: Beginning Farmer; CED Office Hour Live; Ready, Set Grow! Agribusiness; Ready, Set, Grow! Small Business; and Step-Up Workforce. The programs offered 102 activities and engaged 710 participants. Education was provided to meet the needs of the targeted audience including small business owners, agribusiness owners, and local community members. Topics included small-business development and entrepreneurship, agricultural entrepreneurship, farm financial management, community planning and development, criminal record expungement, money management, and workforce development.
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