USDA AMS Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)
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How it Works
This grant program seeks to increase domestic consumption and access to locally and regionally produced agricultural products by developing direct producer-to-consumer market opportunities. This may include the establishment or improvement of a food hub or a food hub related business.
Funding Focuses On
The development of new opportunities for farmers and ranchers working with:
- The improvement of domestic farmer’s markets
- Roadside stands
- Community-supported agriculture programs
- Agro-tourism activities
- Other direct producer-to-consumer market opportunities
Funding Limit
- Capacity Building (CB) projects, maximum $250,000 for 36 months
- Community Development Training and Technical Assistance (CTA), maximum $500,000 for 36 months
- Turnkey Marketing and Promotion, maximum $100,000 for 24 months
Qualifications
Eligible entities include agricultural businesses, agricultural cooperatives, community support agriculture networks and associations, economic development corporations, food councils, local governments, nonprofit corporations, producer networks, regional farmers market authorities, and Tribal governments. The program requires a 25% match commitment.
Financing Geographic Area
United States
Last updated 2/20/25
