Acer Access and Development Program
Provides funding to support research, education, sustainability, market promotion, and land access to boost the U.S. maple syrup industry.
Funder: Agricultural Marketing Service
Due Dates: June 22, 2026: Full application deadline (11:59 PM ET, via Grants.gov)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$500,000 per award; approx. $5 million total; up to 36 months per project
Summary: Supports research, education, sustainability, and market development for the U.S. maple syrup industry.
Key Information: 25% non-federal cost share required; open to states, tribal governments, and research institutions.
Description
This program, administered by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, funds projects that strengthen and expand the domestic maple syrup industry. Supported activities include research and education on maple syrup production, promotion of natural resource sustainability, market development for maple syrup and maple-sap products, and initiatives encouraging private landowners to initiate or expand maple-sugaring operations or provide public access for such activities. Projects must demonstrate regional or national impact and aim to increase maple-sugaring activities or maple syrup production.
