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FSMIP is AMS's point of contact for guidance and assistance in developing proposals, submitting applications, and meeting the administrative and reporting requirements involved in managing a funded project. FSMIP's principal responsibilities are to:
- Convey suggestions or recommendations to the States regarding possible marketing projects, and encourage multi-State or regional marketing projects.
- Help arrange for specialized technical assistance from AMS and other USDA agencies in developing FSMIP proposals and conducting approved projects.
- Establish and conduct appropriate internal review and evaluation procedures for project proposals and funding requests.
- Make recommendations to the AMS Administrator regarding grant awards.
- Review progress reports, final reports, requests for reimbursement and final financial statements.
- Post completed projects on the FSMIP website, and disseminate project findings at appropriate meetings and conferences.
- Conduct spot reviews of project-related expenditures and assess project activities during on-site visits.
- Help plan and participate in marketing workshops, conferences, and other forums to facilitate interaction among State project leaders, USDA representatives, and industry marketing organizations.
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