AFID Infrastructure Grants support Virginia communities and local producers with food and agricultural infrastructure projects that strengthen local food production and sustainable agriculture and forestry.
The reduced 2:1 match is now limited to economically distressed localities; benefiting multiple small-scale producers no longer qualifies a project on its own. The application and inquiry contact changed from Rachel Meyers to Joyce Blankenship, Project Manager (804.786.1906; joyce.blankenship@vdacs.virginia.gov).
AFID Facility Grant Program supports Virginia agriculture and forestry businesses through new or expanded value-added facilities that create jobs, attract investment, and benefit Virginia producers.
AFID Planning Grants support Virginia local governments with planning and business development projects that strengthen agriculture and forestry, connect communities, and advance local economic development.
Urban Agriculture Infrastructure Grant supports Pennsylvania urban farmers and community partners with infrastructure improvements that expand food access, increase production, and strengthen communities.
Local Food System Infrastructure Grant supports Washington farms and food businesses with post-harvest equipment and facilities to strengthen local supply chains and expand access to community markets.
The Food and Agriculture Investment Fund Grants support projects that expand food and agriculture processing and drive growth in Michigan, funded by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.