Market Access Program 2025 - Cooperative Agreement Summary

Under the Market Access Program (CFDA 10.601), administered by the Department of Agriculture's Kansas City Commodity Office, a Cooperative Agreement valued at $108,320.94 was awarded on May 19, 2026, with an ultimate completion date of the same day. This agreement funds overseas marketing and promotional activities designed to develop, expand, and maintain commercial export markets for U.S. agricultural commodities and products. The recipient organization implements market development initiatives in foreign markets through cost-share arrangements, with the Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service reimbursing a portion of the costs associated with these international market development efforts.

The funded activities benefit U.S. farmers, ranchers, food processors, and related agricultural stakeholders by fostering expanded exports and market diversification. All U.S. agricultural commodities except tobacco are eligible for support under this program. Recipients are required to contribute a minimum cost share of at least 10 percent for generic promotion activities or equivalent contributions for branded activities, ensuring shared investment in market development outcomes.