Apply for the Innovation in Dairy Processing & Packaging Grant

Submitted by tim on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 11:12

Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets

Funding is available through the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center for research and development projects that support dairy processing innovation across the Northeast.

Projects funded through this grant must address at least one of the following primary goals: packaging initiatives, novel processing solutions, and/or increased collaboration. Projects may include innovation in sourcing, alternative production solutions, distribution and supply chain logistics, operations, and marketing.

This program will support projects that help dairy processors gain knowledge or implement systems that support informed, long-term business investments with beneficial environmental and/or economic impacts. Funded projects will be centered on developing alternatives to current industry standards through projects that are applicable, scalable, and replicable to small- or mid-sized Northeast dairy processors.

Awards will range from $75,000 to $350,000, with a 25% match requirement. Total program funding is $1,500,000.

Apply by October 31st

Capital Equipment Assistance Program Application Closing Soon

Grant funding is available for farms to purchase equipment that will aid in the reduction of surface runoff of agricultural wastes to state waters; improve water quality of state waters; reduce odors from manure application; separate phosphorus from manure; mitigate greenhouse gases; and/or reduce costs to farmers when they apply manure.

The maximum award amount for this competitive grant is between $25,000 and $100,000, depending on the type of project and applicant. There is a 10% match requirement.

Join an optional applicant webinar on October 16th to learn more.

Apply by November 1st

Apply for the Vermont Family Farmer of the Month Award

The Vermont Family Farmer of the Month Fund makes a financial award to a Vermont family farmer each month.

Awards recognize farmers whose businesses are contributing to a resilient Vermont agricultural landscape and who demonstrate environmental stewardship through sustainable practices.

Applicants must be a a NOFA Vermont Member or a certified Vermont Organic Farm. Awards range between $10,000 and $12,000.

The application for November through February awards closes on October 15th.

Learn more & apply

Navigating Funding Opportunities for VT Dairy Producers

Join the UVM Extension Dairy Team to learn about grants and funding opportunities that are available to Vermont dairy producers. This workshop will be offered in two locations:

October 28th in St. Albans
October 30th in Middlebury

These events are free and lunch will be provided, but you must register by the last weekday before the event.

Questions? Call 802-656-7615 or email [email protected].

Learn more & register

Funding for Businesses Impacted by July Flooding and Storms

The Business Emergency Gap Assistance Program (BEGAP) provides funding to businesses, nonprofits, landlords, and farms that suffered physical damage from the flooding and severe storms.

Learn more about applications for agricultural operations on the BEGAP for Agriculture Operations webpage.

If you have questions, please email [email protected] or call the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, & Markets at 802-828-2430 and press 0.

Apply by November 15th

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

October
10/16 - Capital Equipment Assistance Program (CEAP) applicant webinar
10/17 - Farm to School & Early Childhood Capacity Building Grant applicant webinar
10/23 - Farm to Institution Market Development Grant deadline
10/31 - Innovation in Dairy Processing & Packing Grant deadline

November
11/1 - Capital Equipment Assistance Program (CEAP) deadline
11/7 - Service Provider & Producer Association Grant deadline
11/14 - Farm to School & Early Childhood Capacity Building Grant deadline
11/15 - Business Emergency Gap Assistance Program (BEGAP) deadline

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