The Tennessee Department of Agriculture's Farmers Market Grant Program funds improvements in infrastructure, promotion, and direct-to-consumer outreach for Tennessee farmers markets.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per farmers market/location; funding is limited and subject to eligibility.
Summary: Supports Tennessee farmers markets with resources to improve infrastructure, promotion, and direct-to-consumer connections.
The Farmers Market Grant Program, administered by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, aims to strengthen and support farmers markets throughout Tennessee. The program provides financial resources to help markets enhance their infrastructure, increase visibility, and improve services, ultimately fostering the growth of direct-to-consumer sales and stronger connections between local farmers and their communities. Eligible farmers markets can use the funding for promotional activities, marketing materials, participation in relevant conferences, and membership in state farmers market associations.