Value-Added Producer Grants
USDA Rural Development
Next cycle not posted yet.
Typically opens in February (FY2026 window was Feb 17 to Apr 22). 2027 dates not yet posted.
Amount: Up to $50,000 planning; up to $200,000 working capital; 1:1 match
Type: Cash grant
Where: National
Who can apply: Small businesses, Farms and food producers
Helps farms and producers plan or market value-added products like maple, cheese, or prepared foods.
The catch: You must produce over half the raw commodity, so non-farm businesses should skip it.
Official details from USDA Rural Development
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Last checked October 8, 2026. Deadlines change, so confirm with the funder before you apply.