The VAPG helps agricultural producers participate in value-added activities that include processing and marketing agricultural products. Eligible applicants include independent producers, agricultural producer groups, farmer- or rancher-cooperatives, and majority-controlled producer based business ventures.
Key Benefits and Points
The VAPG program has awarded hundreds of millions of dollars since 2001.
No Upfront Costs
There are no out-of-pocket expenses for you for the entire grant writing process. You will receive full service support without the upfront expenses.
Full Service
Our team has years of experience and we are able to provide assistance in all areas pertaining to your grant application including document procurement and required letters of support.
Grant Bonus Points
You may qualify for priority points if you have farmed for less than 10 years, are not majority by white males, have less than $1 million in average income, if your owners are part of the same family, or if you are selling to a local market.
Business Development
We employ some of the best consultants with a combination of over 50 years of experience with the VAPG program that are versed in agricultural businesses and associated economic drivers. Our team can help provide valuable direction for your product development and market expansion.