Lamp value added producer grant – mandatory

Applegoat Valley Farm LLC received a $250,000 Project Grant from the Rural Business Cooperative Services (RBCS) under the Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program (FMLFPP, CFDA 10.175), awarded on August 20, 2025, with a completion date of August 20, 2027. The award supports the development, coordination, and expansion of local and regional food systems through direct producer-to-consumer marketing channels and value-added agricultural product development. Based on the program framework, the recipient will implement activities designed to increase access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products in Oregon over the two-year performance period.

The specific products and services to be delivered by Applegoat Valley Farm LLC under this award likely include infrastructure improvements, marketing strategy development, and operational enhancements related to direct marketing channels and value-added product development. The FMLFPP program typically funds eligible activities such as farmers market support, roadside stands, community-supported agriculture networks, agricultural processing capabilities, food distribution infrastructure, and food safety certifications. As with all FMLFPP awards, the recipient may request a one-year extension upon project completion, though renewal funding is not available once the project concludes.