Closed USDA-AMS-TM-FMPP-G-21-0002 CFDA 10.175 Mandatory

Farmers Market Promotion Program

Posted by Agricultural Marketing Service

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement — Farmers Market Promotion Program — is cataloged under number USDA-AMS-TM-FMPP-G-21-0002 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 10.175, posted by Agricultural Marketing Service. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on May 5, 2021. The funding category is Mandatory, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is $50,000 -- $750,000. The agency has projected $38.5 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 100 awards. If the agency funds the expected 100 awards from the $38.5 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $385,000. Cost sharing or matching funds are required, meaning applicants must contribute a portion of the project budget from non-federal sources — factor this into your financial plan before drafting the proposal. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on June 21, 2021. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully — federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed — it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities.

Award Range

$50,000 -- $750,000

Close Date

June 21, 2021

No Explanation

Posted

May 5, 2021

Est. Total Funding

$38,450,000

Expected Awards

100

Instrument

Grant

Cost Sharing

Required

Description

FMPP funds projects that develop, coordinate, and expand direct producer-to-consumer markets to help increase access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products. The program focuses on:• Supporting and promoting domestic direct producer-to-consumer (including direct producer-to- retail, direct producer-to-restaurant and direct producer-to-institutional marketing) marketing such as farmers markets, roadside stands, agritourism activities, community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs, or online sales;• Encouraging the development of value-added agricultural products;• Developing marketing strategies for producers of local food and value-added products;• Facilitating regional food chain coordination and mid-tier value chain development;• Promoting new business opportunities and marketing strategies to reduce on-farm food waste; • Responding to changing technology needs in direct producer-to-consumer marketing; and• Covering expenses related to costs incurred in obtaining food safety certification andimprovements to food safety practices and equipment.Projects that aim to address COVID-19 impacts through these activities are welcome.

Eligibility

25

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

AMS provides resources and information on its website (https://www.ams.usda.gov/fmpp) that may be helpful to applicants, including webinars information, Frequently Asked Questions (https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/FY2021FMLFPPFAQ), descriptions of funded projects, FMLFPP Project Narrative Guide and required application forms. AMS staff is available to provide timely technical assistance.<br/>USDAFMPPQuestions@usda.gov

Key Dates

Posted May 5, 2021
Close Date June 21, 2021
Archive Date July 21, 2021
Last Updated May 5, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Farmers Market Promotion Program", offered by Agricultural Marketing Service. It is associated with CFDA program 10.175. FMPP funds projects that develop, coordinate, and expand direct producer-to-consumer markets to help increase access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products. The p...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on June 21, 2021. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $50,000 -- $750,000. Total estimated funding: $38,450,000. Expected number of awards: 100.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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