By Clare Salerno, Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets
Do you operate a farm or forest business or a food business that uses local farm products? Or are you a producer association or service provider that works with these businesses? Are you looking for funds for equipment, infrastructure, marketing, research, or workforce development? If so, consider applying for a Working Lands Enterprise Initiative grant! Applications will open throughout the fall and winter, with awards announced throughout the winter and spring. These awards should be for projects that you will start working on in spring 2025.
Unlike in past years, there will be no match requirement for these grants. Because funds are limited and these grants are very competitive, you should apply for the minimum amount needed for a project. Find details for each grant online at workinglands.vermont.gov.
The following funding opportunities will be available for Fiscal Year 2025:
