WGN Funding Resources
Now Accepting Applications until June 27th, 2025
The Local Agriculture Market Program funding opportunities, the Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP), the Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP), and the Regional Food System Partnerships Program (RFSP), are now accepting applications. These funding opportunities support the development, coordination, and expansion of direct producer-to-consumer marketing and local & regional food markets and enterprises. This annual opportunity will be open until June 27, 2025.
USDA offers a streamlined grants process for LFPP and FMPP applicants applying for marketing and promotion focused projects and a streamlined option for training and recruitment projects. Visit the link below for more information and to view the Request for Applications (RFA) of all three programs.
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