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Urban and Non-Traditional Agriculture Matching Grant Program
The Urban & Non-Traditional Agriculture Matching Grant Program, funded through the Missouri Department of Agriculture, is currently accepting applications for grants of up to $7,500 for reimbursement of expenses associated with urban and non-traditional agriculture. The deadline to apply is October 1, 2016.
Urban and non-traditional agriculture encompasses urban agricultural projects and non-traditional agricultural activities such as introducing a new crop or product to an area, or expanding the use of or adding value to agricultural products. Projects that demonstrate an economic benefit and potential for sustainable revenue generation and job creation will be given priority.
Funds through this competitive grant program may be used to:
► Assist farmers' markets
► Develop small agribusinesses
► Implement production infrastructure
► Create direct distribution venues
► Develop agricultural workforce
► Provide training and development skills for agricultural business sustainability
Program funds available: up to $100,000
Maximum award amount: $7,500
Deadline for submission: October 1, 2016
Anticipated award date: on or before October 15, 2016
Reimbursement requests must be received by: May 1, 2017
To learn more about this and other grant opportunities available through the Missouri Department of Agriculture, please click here or visit agriculture.mo.gov.
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