Fertilizer production expansion program

This $9,600,000 Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (CFDA 10.383) project grant awarded on December 6, 2024 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service Rural Business Cooperative Services is intended to expand production capacity, improve competition, and enhance supply chain resilience in the agricultural fertilizer and nutrient management sector. The funding supports manufacturing and processing of fertilizer and nutrient alternatives, with a focus on nitrogen, phosphate, and potash fertilizers. Eligible recipients include for-profit organizations, tribal governments, nonprofits, producer-owned cooperatives, and state/local government entities. The grant aims to support agricultural commodity production through innovative fertilizer technologies and production methods, with priority given to projects that increase fertilizer availability for 2023 and 2024 crop years. The grant has a 24-month period of performance, with the option for a 24-month no-cost extension.