BI grants - rcdg discretionary value-added agricultural prod MKT dvlp

Federal Project Grant Award Summary

JAS Family Farms Fresh, LLC received a $250,000 Project Grant from the Rural Business Cooperative Services under the Value-Added Producer Grants program (CFDA 10.352), awarded on August 28, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 28, 2027. This funding supports the awardee's value-added agricultural product processing and marketing development activities. The grant facilitates JAS Family Farms Fresh's efforts to transform raw agricultural commodities into higher-value processed goods, generate new products, expand marketing opportunities, and increase producer income through value-added ventures.

The Value-Added Producer Grants program provides competitive funding for agricultural producers, producer groups, and producer-based businesses to develop value-added processing and marketing activities. Funding may be directed toward planning activities such as feasibility studies and business plan development, or working capital for day-to-day operational expenses associated with processing and marketing value-added products. Notably, program funds are restricted from use in agricultural production, construction, real property purchases, or fixed equipment and vehicle acquisitions, ensuring resources are devoted exclusively to market development and operational sustainability. The two-year project period aligns with typical program timelines and reflects the standard assistance structure for this competitive funding opportunity.