Trade Show Assistance Grants
Forecasted
Trade Show Assistance Grants support Vermont agricultural and forestry businesses exhibiting at trade shows to connect with out-of-state wholesale buyers and reach new markets.
Funder: Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application closes)
Funding Amounts: $2,000–$7,500 in eligible reimbursements; up to 75% of eligible costs per show
Summary: Matching grants help Vermont agricultural and forestry businesses exhibit Vermont products at trade shows targeting out-of-state wholesale buyers.
Key Information: Applicants need at least three wholesale accounts and must provide a minimum 25% cash match.
Description
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets offers Trade Show Assistance Grants to help Vermont agricultural and forestry businesses exhibit and sell their products at trade shows targeting out-of-state buyers. The program aims to help businesses build relationships with wholesale buyers and reach new domestic and international markets.
Grants partially offset the costs of exhibiting at business-to-business shows. Approved expenses include travel and accommodation, registration and booth fees, furnishings and utilities, shipping, marketing materials and samples, and marketing, branding, and design services. Applicants may include up to four shows in a yearly marketing plan.
