RFA 0331 - New York State Grown & Certified Cooperative Marketing Program
This grant funds research-driven marketing projects to boost sales and brand recognition of NYS Grown & Certified agricultural products, led by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets.
Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (Questions deadline) | September 30, 2026 (Full application deadline, 3:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per project; $500,000 total available; no match required; reimbursement basis.
Summary: Supports NYS Grown & Certified participants with funding for marketing and promotional projects to boost sales and visibility of certified New York agricultural products.
Key Information: Funding is first come, first served; applicants must be or become NYS G&C certified.
Description
This grant opportunity, offered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets in partnership with the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, provides financial support for marketing and promotional projects that increase consumer awareness and sales of New York State Grown & Certified (NYS G&C) products. The program funds activities such as packaging redesign, advertising, and digital marketing that prominently feature the NYS G&C logo and drive lasting brand recognition. Projects must create measurable, long-term exposure for the NYS G&C brand, with a focus on boosting sales and market reach for certified producers.
