Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #USDA-AMS-TM-RFSP-G-26-0006
USDA AMS Regional Food System Partnerships Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026
Buyer
Agricultural Marketing Service
Posted
April 21, 2026
Respond By
June 06, 2026
Identifier
USDA-AMS-TM-RFSP-G-26-0006
NAICS
926140
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is inviting applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) grant program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) - Program Overview: - Supports partnerships to plan, develop, and expand local and regional food systems - Focus on direct producer-to-consumer marketing, local and regional food markets, and value-added agricultural products - Funding Details: - Approximately $4.71 million available - Anticipated 10 awards, each ranging from $100,000 to $1,000,000 - 25% cash cost share required from applicants - Eligibility and Evaluation: - Open to eligible partnerships and entities as defined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) - Applications evaluated competitively based on merit and program requirements - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs, vendors, or commercial products requested - Grant funds support programmatic activities, not procurement of goods - Unique Requirements: - Projects must align with LAMP objectives and demonstrate partnership between public and private resources - Cost share is mandatory for all applicants
Description
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), requests applications for the 2026 Fiscal Year Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) grant program. The program supports partnerships that connect public and private resources to plan and develop local and regional food systems, aiming to develop, coordinate, and expand direct producer-to-consumer marketing, local and regional food markets and enterprises, and value-added agricultural products. Approximately $4.71 million is available to fund applications, with grants awarded competitively to high-quality projects meeting program requirements. Applicants must submit applications electronically by June 5, 2026, and a 25% cash cost share is required.