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Find similar grantsSheep Production and Marketing Grant Program is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). This program aims to strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of sheep and sheep products in the U. S.
through improved infrastructure and business and resource development.
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Applications are now open for eligible entities that demonstrate the capacity to implement and manage a competitive subaward program. Interested applicants should register to attend the webinar on the AMS Grant Webinars page for additional information and program details.
*Information for future subaward applicants that may seek funding in support of sheep production, marketing, and related industry development activities will be provided at a later date. The FY26 grant applicant period is open. Applications are due October 2, 2026.
Please refer to the AMS Transportation and Marketing Program Grants and Cooperative Agreements Late, Nonresponsive, and Incomplete Applications Policyfor more information. For any questions related to the SPMGP, contact IPPGrants@usda. gov. * 2026 SCMPG Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) (pdf) *The NOFO is a primary resource for information about the Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review it carefully and follow its guidance. The Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program (SPMGP) supports projects that strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of sheep and sheep products.
The program advances the competitiveness, sustainability, and long-term viability of the U.S. sheep industry by supporting projects that improve infrastructure, business and resource development, workforce and leadership development, market expansion, and innovative approaches to addressing industry needs.
The program seeks to develop practical, industry-driven solutions that provide measurable benefits to sheep producers while encouraging collaboration among national, regional, and local organizations.
Through competitive subawards and recipient-led activities, the program promotes innovation, technical assistance, education, marketing, and strategic investments that improve production capacity, supply chain resilience, and market opportunities across the sheep industry.
Projects funded under this program are expected to support one or more of the following objectives: * Strengthen sheep production capacity and improve marketing opportunities. * Expand technical assistance, education, and workforce development for sheep producers. * Support innovation, business development, and value-added product development.
* Improve infrastructure and supply chain efficiency. * Enhance animal health, risk management, and industry resilience. * Foster collaboration among industry stakeholders while reducing duplication of effort.
National entities with a mission consistent with SPMGP’s purpose. Primary award recipients are not required to provide federal cost sharing. A 25% cost share of the total federal funds received under a subaward is required.
For more information, go to the SPMGP Awarded Grants webpage. **Additional Information** * Grant Opportunities Fact Sheet: Funding expanded market channels for animal production and livestock products (pdf)
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: National entities with a mission consistent with the program's purpose are eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program are due October 2, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program is funded by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance Program (CCG) is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). This program provides funding to support cold chain equipment investments that help food assistance entities temporarily store, effectively package, and distribute fresh, frozen, and minimally processed foods. Nonprofits administering subaward programs are eligible, which would then fund food banks and other emergency food assistance operations for cold storage and distribution equipment.
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