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USDA Value-Added Producer Grants

Planning and working-capital grants for agricultural producers creating value-added food or agricultural products.

About this program

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Eligibility

Independent producers, agricultural producer groups, farmer or rancher cooperatives, and majority-controlled producer-based businesses in Illinois may apply for eligible value-added agricultural projects.

Requirements

  • Be an eligible agricultural producer or producer-controlled entity.
  • Develop an eligible value-added agricultural product or market opportunity.
  • Submit a complete USDA Rural Development application during the annual funding window.