Regional Food System Partnerships
Program Updates
The FY 2026 grant application period is open. Applications will be accepted until June 5, 2026. For any questions related to RFSP, contact IPPGrants@usda.gov.
Cotton Program
Upland Cotton Economic Adjustment Assistance for Textile Mills
The Food Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (the 2008 Act) initiates a program whereby payments will be made to eligible participants. The Regulations and Agreement (enclosed) set forth the terms and conditions under which the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) will make payments.
How do I Administer the DBI Award?
What are my requirements for administering my grant?
You must follow the requirements provided in your Notice of Award, which refers to your grant’s General Terms and Conditions. In addition, AMS maintains policies and procedures on administrative actions, compliance, and appeal rights. You can find links to each active fiscal year at the Grants Terms and Conditions page and Policies & Procedures Grants Terms and Conditions page.
How do I request a payment request?
Resources for Small and Mid-Size Meat Processors
USDA recognizes the fundamental role small and mid-size meat processors play in the meat supply chains. In alignment with various USDA meat initiatives resources from two AMS cooperative agreements are provided below to support small and mid-size processors.
Empowering meat and poultry processors in the Upper Midwest
E-Learning and Training Resources
- Organic Training Page - The National Organic Program provides a wide range of free training and outreach materials for organic farms, businesses, and organic certification agencies.
- FGISonline
FGIS Training
eBooks
Grain Grading Primer
List of USDA-approved Hemp Plans
This table summarizes the approval status of State and Tribal hemp production plans. Once a plan is formally submitted, USDA has 60 days to approve or disapprove the plan.
Grant Webinars
U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service grant funding to support local and regional food markets and enterprises; value-added agricultural products; and research, production, and marketing for U.S. agricultural products.
AMS hosts webinars to help applicants understand the application process and requirements to submit a complete and competitive application.
Upcoming Webinars