Value-Added Producer Grants

Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPGs) help agricultural producers generate new products, create, or expand marketing opportunities, and increase producer income. Grants and matching funds can be used for planning activities or working capital expenses related to producing and marketing value-added agricultural products.

Examples of planning activities include:

• Conducting feasibility studies
• Developing business plans

Examples of working capital expenses include:

• Processing costs
• Marketing and advertising expenses
• Eligible inventory and salary expenses

Planning Grants: Up to $50,000
Working Capital Grants: Up to $200,000
Match Requirement: 100% of the grant amount