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This Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on April 21, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Regional Food System Partnership Fiscal Year 2026

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USDA-AMS-TM-RFSP-G-26-0006Grant

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is soliciting applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) grant program. This initiative, part of the Local Agriculture Market Program, aims to foster collaborations between public and private sectors to develop and strengthen local and regional food systems. The program supports projects that advance direct producer-to-consumer marketing, local and regional food markets, and value-added agricultural products. Approximately $4.71 million in funding is available, with grants awarded competitively based on the quality and alignment of proposals with program goals. Eligible applicants are encouraged to submit detailed applications by June 5, 2026, outlining projects that meet the RFSP’s objectives. The grant review process follows merit-based evaluation criteria to select high-impact proposals. The solicitation provides necessary instructions and eligibility criteria for applicants, facilitating effective participation. For further information or inquiries, the Agricultural Marketing Service can be contacted directly via the provided email or phone number.

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USDA offers $4.71M grants supporting local food systems, applications due June 5, 2026.

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Department Of Agriculture → Agricultural Marketing Service

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USDA AMS Regional Food System Partnerships FY 2026 NOFO

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Agricultural Marketing Service
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OfficeUSA
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Department Of Agriculture → Agricultural Marketing Service
Office AddressUSA
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), requests applications for the 2026 Fiscal Year (FY) Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) grant program. RFSP purpose is to support partnerships that connect public and private resources to plan and develop local and regional food systems.RFSP is part of the Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP) umbrella program. AMS welcomes applications that meet LAMP goals (see section 3.1) to support the development, coordination, and expansion of direct producer-to-consumer marketing, local and regional food markets and enterprises, and value-added agricultural products.Approximately $4.71 million is available to fund applications under this solicitation. In FY2025, AMS funded 7 (6.5%) of the eligible applications received an awarded a total of $4,712,934.This announcement identifies the eligibility criteria for RFSP projects and applicants, and the application forms and associated instructions needed to apply for an RFSP grant. AMS will award these grants competitively to eligible applicants proposing high quality projects that meet the purpose and requirements of the program. All applications will be reviewed using merit and evaluation procedures.

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