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The '''Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison (MVAL)''' program connects veterans with opportunities within the agricultural industry, offering support through employment, training, and resources. It plays a crucial role in integrating military veterans into USDA programs, providing guidance on accessing benefits and opportunities tailored to their unique skills and experiences. {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/staff-offices/office-partnerships-and-public-engagement/veterans}} ==Goals== * Assist veterans in finding jobs within USDA and related agricultural sectors. * Connect veterans with educational and entrepreneurial opportunities in agriculture. * Facilitate access to USDA programs like loans, grants, and technical assistance. * Promote veterans' involvement in agriculture to meet the department's goal of 25% veteran employees. ==Organization== The MVAL is part of USDA's Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement. The program is led by the Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison, a position held by individuals like Monshi "Ram" Ramdass. Funding for the MVAL is integrated into the USDA's overall budget, supporting activities through existing USDA resources and partnerships. ==History== The MVAL was established in 2012 to address the needs of transitioning veterans looking for careers in agriculture. It was part of broader efforts by the USDA to engage with veterans, recognizing their potential contributions to the agricultural sector. Over time, the program has expanded its reach and influence, collaborating with other federal agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Labor to offer apprenticeships, internships, and other opportunities. ==Funding== The funding for the MVAL is not separately specified but is included within the USDA's operational budget. There's no end date for funding as it's an ongoing part of USDA's commitment to veterans. ==Implementation== The MVAL's operations include: * Coordinating with USDA Human Resources for employment opportunities for veterans. * Developing partnerships with organizations for training and hands-on experience. * Promoting USDA programs through various outreach activities. * There is no defined end date for the program; it's intended to be a continuous effort. ==Related== * [[USDA]] * [[Veterans Employment Program Office]] * [[Military Spouse Program]] ==External links== * https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/staff-offices/office-partnerships-and-public-engagement/veterans * No Wikipedia article for MVAL specifically. ===Social media=== * No specific social media for MVAL, but USDA has: * https://twitter.com/USDA * https://www.facebook.com/USDA ==References== {{Cite web |url=https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/staff-offices/office-partnerships-and-public-engagement/veterans |title=Veterans |website=USDA |access-date=2025-02-08}} {{Cite web |url=https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2021/02/08/army-agriculture-usda-supports-military-veterans-transition-farming |title=From Army to Agriculture: USDA Supports Military Veteran’s Transition to Farming |website=USDA |access-date=2025-02-08}} [[Category:Programs and initiatives]] [[Category:Programs]] [[Category:Department of Agriculture]]
