Missouri board adds public health to Fast Track eligibility
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March 4, 2021, 3:46 AM·2 min read
Mar. 4 Students in an approved public health program will be eligible to receive Missouri s Fast Track grants beginning in the fall.
The Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education on Wednesday voted to add public health to the list of eligible program areas for the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. The grants are provided to adult students as they pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in an area designated as high need.
Eligible public health programs will include degrees and certificates in health services administration, public health genetics and community health.
Land Bank of the Philippines (LandBank) has set aside P2 billion for a new credit facility specifically for fishermen who want to purchase commercial fishing boats.
Called LandBank Commercial Fishing Vessel Financing Program, the loan facility allows eligible borrowers willing to borrow up to 80
February 16, 2021 IN LINE with supporting the fisheries sector, Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) is offering a new credit facility to assist existing and prospective commercial fishing operators in acquiring fishing vessels for domestic or overseas use.
Under the P2-billion Landbank Commercial Fishing Vessel Financing Program, eligible borrowers may loan up to 80 percent of the acquisition cost to purchase a brand-new, second-hand or refurbished commercial fishing boat and related equipment for their business. Landbank remains steadfast in supporting the fisheries sector. We are looking to cover the requirements for fishing vessels to assist more fishers in boosting their production and profit, and contribute to ensuring food security in the country, Landbank president and CEO Cecilia C. Borromeo said.