Call for Applications: Local Food Promotion Program (US)

The focus areas of the program include the development, coordination, and expansion of local and regional food business enterprises, support for intermediaries involved in indirect producer-to-consumer marketing, and increasing access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products.

This funding opportunity is issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Agricultural Marketing Service to strengthen regional food systems by supporting organizations and initiatives that help build efficient and scalable local food supply chains. The program is designed to enhance the infrastructure and coordination needed for agricultural products to move from producers to consumers through intermediary-based marketing systems.

The program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants for projects that contribute to building stronger local and regional food networks. The total estimated funding available for the program is 13,840,000 dollars, with individual awards ranging from a minimum of 25,000 dollars to a maximum of 500,000 dollars. These funds are intended to support initiatives that improve market access and distribution systems for locally and regionally produced food.

Eligibility for the program includes a range of applicants and partner entities as defined in the official Notice of Funding Opportunity. Detailed eligibility requirements are specified in the program documentation, which outlines the types of organizations that may apply and participate in the initiative.

Through this program, selected projects are expected to contribute to stronger coordination within local food systems, enhance market opportunities for agricultural producers, and improve the overall availability of regionally sourced food products. The emphasis is placed on building sustainable food business networks that connect producers with consumers more effectively.

For more information, visit Grants.gov.