Rural Economic Development
Sub-Title:
Collaboration between SBA and USDA Could be ImprovedAuthor:
William B. ShearPublisher:
DIANE Publishing CompanyPublication Date:
03-01-2009ISBN:
9781437909869Pages:
46Subjects:
Social SciencesAvailable as:
Paperback, 9781437909869Description:
The Small Business Admin. (SBA) and the Rural Development offices of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) both work in rural areas to foster economic development by promoting entrepreneurship and community development. This report discusses: (1) the complementary nature of some SBA and Rural Development programs and the extent to which it provides a rationale for the agencies to collaborate; (2) past and current efforts by SBA and Rural Development to work together and with other agencies; and (3) opportunities for the agencies to improve their collaborative efforts. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.
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