Source: Brownfield Ag News
January 30, 2008

USDA is accepting applications for 2008 Value Added Producer Grants. A total of $18.4 million is available to producers, producer groups and farmer cooperatives. Funds can be used for determining the viability of a potential value-added venture or for working capital. A maximum of $100,000 is available per planning grant, $300,000 is the maximum per working capital grant.

Last year, 162 recipients from 42 states received $22.6 million to implement innovative projects.

Application deadline is March 31st, details available from your local USDA Rural Development Office.