National Ag News

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture plans to award up to $1 million dollars through its value-added grant program.

Established by the Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation (AGRI) program, the grants seek to increase sales of Minnesota ag products by diversifying markets and increasing access to products.

New or established for-profit businesses can apply for funding to purchase equipment or make physical improvements.

Applications that have a meat processing or marketing component, or address a food safety plan, will receive priority.

Continue reading Value-added grants available through MN Dept of Ag at Brownfield Ag News.