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N. C. Agriculture Manufacturing and Processing Initiative is a grant from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) that funds the establishment or expansion of value-added agricultural manufacturing and food processing facilities in North Carolina.
The program aims to help farmers earn greater returns on raw commodities, strengthen local food supply chains, and increase consumer access to locally produced products. Eligible entities include businesses and organizations seeking to develop or expand qualifying agricultural processing operations in North Carolina; pre-application consultation with NCDA&CS is recommended. A total of $4.
3 million was available in the 2026 funding cycle, with applications accepted through April 13, 2026.
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NCDA&CS announces grant opportunity for value-added processing of agricultural commodities | NC Agriculture RALEIGH – Applications are now being accepted through April 13 for the N. C. Agriculture Manufacturing and Processing Initiative, which was created to fund and promote the establishment of value-added agricultural manufacturing and food processing facilities in North Carolina.
The program includes $4. 3 million in available funding to support eligible projects. “This program opens new doors for farmers and agribusiness owners while providing consumers with more locally produced foods and products,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler.
“By supporting value-added opportunities, farmers can earn greater returns from their raw commodities, plus this initiative strengthens our ongoing efforts to expand local food production capacity. ” This initiative was established by the N. C.
General Assembly in the 2023 session and is administered by the N. C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Potential applicants are invited to contact NCDA&CS to discuss proposals prior to applying to determine fitness and for other guidance. Potential applicants are asked to email the Marketing office at ncampi@ncagr. gov .
The program is intended to: Provide support for agricultural processing opportunities that increase jobs and local tax bases across the state and/or reduce costs and increase profit options for N. C. farmers and growers.
Identify and assess opportunities to increase value-added processing of commodities produced in the state and fill geographic and commodity gaps in North Carolina. Market and recruit facilities to fill such gaps and meet such opportunities.
Support selected entities with funding for eligible costs necessary to create or expand North Carolina agricultural manufacturing facilities and projects related to increased demand for agricultural products. The guidelines, application and supporting documents for NCAMPI can be found at https://www. ncagr.
gov/divisions/marketing/ncampi .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Entities seeking to establish or expand value-added agricultural manufacturing and food processing facilities in North Carolina; pre-application consultation with NCDA&CS recommended. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $4,300,000 total Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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