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Rural Business Development Grant

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USDA’s Rural Development is now accepting applications for its Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG), which combines the former Rural Business Opportunity Grant (RBOG) and Rural Business Enterprise Grant (RBEG).  Funding may be used for a variety of purposes ranging from equipment and construction to training and education.  Interested applicants should contact their local USDA Rural Development Office and/or regional IAC Technical Assistance Specialist since application details vary by state.  The program does include a Tribal funding set-aside.

Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program Grants

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UDSA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is currently accepting applications for their Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) and Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP). FMPP grants range between $15,000-100,000 for a range of projects improving direct market access.  LFPP assists local and regional business enterprises through planning grants ranging between $5,000-25,000 and implementation grants ranging between $25,000-100,000.  LFPP does require 25% matching funds.  Both applications are due May 14, 2015.

Great Lakes Intertribal Food Summit

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The Great Lakes Intertribal Food Summit 2016 is being hosted by the Gun Lake Pottawatomi Tribe at the Jijak Camp in Hopkins, Michigan from April 21-24, 2016.  The agenda is currently being developed, and an open planning call will be held Wednesday, January 13 at 1:00pm central.  The call-in number for the planning call is 866-614-2162 and the conference code is 987 one-one-four 7244.

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Community Food Project (CFP)

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USDA is accepting applications for its Community Food Project (CFP) grant for projects assisting low income individuals and communities in developing local and independent food systems.  $9 million in total funding is available for projects ranging from $10,000 to $300,000 and lasting up to 36 months.  A 1:1 match is required.  Application deadline is March 17, 2015.

Socially Disadvantaged Outreach Grant (2501)

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USDA’s Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Outreach Grant Program (2501) is currently accepting applications for projects that assist socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers in owning and operating farms and ranches while increasing their participation in agricultural programs and services provided by the USDA.  $9.1 million is available for projects up to $400,000.  Applications are due April 13, 2015.

Conservation Innovation Grant

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USDA’s NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) is accepting applications for its Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) for projects aimed at stimulating the development and implementation of innovative conservation practices.  Pre-proposals are due February 24th, 2015 and selected applications will be invited to submit a full proposal for $20 million in total available funding.  Approximately half of this total funding will be set aside from projects addressing environmental markets and conservation projects that engage agricultural producers.

Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Development Grant Program (BFRDG)

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USDA’s Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Development Grant Program (BFRDG) is accepting applications for efforts to develop and offer education, training, outreach, and mentoring programs to enhance the sustainability of next generation farmers.  Approximately $18.5 million in total funding is available for projects up $250,000 per year that can last up to three years.  The application deadline is March 13, 2015.  Click on the program link above for more information and the full request for applications.