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AFID Infrastructure Grant Program for Capital Projects in Virginia's Food and Agriculture Sector

This opportunity invites applications for the AFID Infrastructure Grant Program, supporting capital projects in Virginia's food and agriculture sector. - Government Buyer: - Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Eligible Applicants: - Food hubs, farmers’ markets, commercial kitchens, and value-added facilities (e.g., meat, dairy, produce processing/packaging) - Small farmers, food producers, and local food system advocates - Products/Services Requested: - Capital infrastructure improvements (no specific products, part numbers, or quantities listed) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must enhance Virginia’s agricultural value chain - Collaboration with localities is encouraged - Grants are reimbursable and focused on infrastructure, not direct procurement of goods/services - No OEMs or specific vendors are named, as this is a grant for infrastructure development, not a direct purchase

Description

The AFID Infrastructure Program is focused on awarding reimbursable grants primarily for capital projects at new and existing food hubs, farmers’ markets, commercial kitchens and other value-added facilities such as those used for processing and packaging meats, dairy products, produce, or other Virginia agricultural products. Small farmers, food producers, local food systems advocates and others interested in building their community’s local food and farming infrastructure are encouraged to learn more about the program and work with their localities to identify and develop suitable projects. The program aims to support capital projects at food hubs, markets, and facilities related to Virginia agricultural products. Interested applicants should contact Joyce Blankenship for more information.

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