Description
The Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program helps agricultural producers enter value-added activities to generate new products, create and expand marketing opportunities, and increase producer income.
Elligibility
Independent producers (includes harvesters and steering committees), agricultural producer groups, farmer- or rancher-cooperatives, and majority-controlled producer-based business ventures, as defined in the program regulation, are eligible to apply for this program.
Available Funding
Approximately $31 million in total available funding. Maximum Grant Amount: Planning Grants $75,000; Working Capital Grants: $250,000.
Length of Contracts
Up to 3 years
Cost-share requirements?
Cost share match requirement of 100 percent of the grant amount required for all applications.
Required Documentation (prove ownership/lease arrangements)
SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance
SF-424A Budget Information
SF-424A Instructions
Contact
Jimmy Rogers Jimmy.Rogers@usda.gov