Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) Uzbekistan Exchanges: Promotion of U.S. Distilled Spirits
USDA seeks a U.S.-based 1-2 week training program to help Uzbek business leaders market and import U.S. distilled spirits, aiming to boost American exports to Uzbekistan.
Funder: Foreign Agricultural Service
Due Dates: May 6, 2026 (Deadline for Question Submission) | May 14, 2026 (Application Submission Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $115,000 total; 1 anticipated award; project duration 1–2 weeks.
Summary: Supports U.S. institutions to design and deliver a short-term training program in the U.S. for Uzbek private sector participants to promote U.S. distilled spirits exports to Uzbekistan.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), funds the design and implementation of a 1–2 week training program in the United States for nine mid- to senior-level Uzbek private sector professionals involved in the importation, marketing, and sales of distilled spirits. The program aims to educate Uzbek buyers on U.S. distilled spirits (with emphasis on bourbon and whiskey), enhance their understanding of U.S. beverage regulations and industry practices, and build business relationships to increase U.S. spirits exports to Uzbekistan. The host U.S. institution will be responsible for all aspects of the U.S.-based training, including logistics, curriculum, and reporting.
