IAC Webinar Series

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The Intertribal Agriculture Council is offering a series of webinars on topics related to Indian agriculture.  All webinar recordings are posted on the “IndianAg” YouTube channel.  To date, most topics have focused on USDA programs, with USDA program staff covering the essentials of major assistance programs.  Additional topics will be added in the near future.  Comment below if there are topics you’d like to learn more about.

The Value Added Producer Grant will be covered on June 4, 2015 at 2:00pm CDT.  Check flyer below for access information.

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Value Added Producer Grant

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USDA’s Rural Development has $30 million in funding available through its Value Added Producer Grant (VAPG) for efforts assisting farmers, ranchers, and food entrepreneurs in adding value to their raw agricultural products.  The electronic submission date through grants.gov is July 2, 2015 and the paper submittal deadline is July 7th.

The Intertribal Agriculture Council will be hosting a national webinar on the VAPG program in conjunction with Rural Development staff in the next couple weeks.  Recorded webinars on other topics are available on the IAC “IndianAg” YouTube channel.

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.

Summit Updates – Great Lakes Intertribal Food Summit

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Early Bird registration has opened! Click the button below to get your discounted tickets. Prices will increase March 20th, 2015. Hands-on sessions are offered as separate tickets (no fee) and are only available to registered conference attendees.

Vendors, please click “Buy Tickets” to reserve your table space. We are offering a limited number of spaces because registration is capped at 150 attendees.

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We invite you to join us on our planning call tomorrow to discuss topics, speakers, and format of the conference. Call in at 2pm CST to (eight six six) 614-2162 – Access code: 987- one one four – 7244.

If you’re not able to join us, or would like to preview the draft schedule, please take a look at the link below. Keep in mind this is a working draft, and changes should be expected.

GLIFS agenda DRAFT