Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP) / Ag Labor Program

Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP)

The Ag Labor Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the workforce in Thurston County's agricultural sector through recruiting, developing, and subsidizing employee wages.

Geographic Scope: Thurston County, Washington

Focus Areas:

• Crop production
• Livestock production
• Animal slaughtering and processing
• Shellfish production

Eligibility:

• Agricultural employers directly engaged in eligible production areas
• Must be located in Thurston County
• Must be a licensed Washington State business
• Must have been established prior to February 2020

Funding Source: U.S. Department of Treasury under the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Award as provided by the American Rescue Plan Act. Grants are administered by Thurston County.

Program Goals:

• Recruit and develop employees
• Subsidize employee wages
• Inform the public about available career paths in agriculture
• Build and develop talent
• Invest in long-term recovery through collaboration with local businesses
• Restore agricultural workforce

How to Apply

All application information and the application process can be found at the Pac Mountain Workforce Development Council program website.

Applicants should visit their website for:

• Detailed eligibility requirements
• Application forms
• Submission instructions
• Deadlines and timelines