USDA LAMP Grants 2026

This page provides an overview of the USDA Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP) and its four grant streams (FMPP, LFPP, RFSP, and VAPG). It explains the program’s purpose, target outcomes, and how to apply, including resources and step-by-step guidance for potential applicants. The content focuses on funding opportunities for farmers, agribusinesses, cooperatives, nonprofits, and food-system actors seeking to expand local markets, value-added agricultural products, and related infrastructure.

Access to federal grant funding, potential support for market development, infrastructure, and value-added projects, plus capacity-building resources and guidance from USDA.

LAMP is designed for a broad range of stakeholders, including farmers, food entrepreneurs, cooperatives, nonprofit organizations, and public-private partnerships.

Identify the right program, review guidelines, prepare a proposal with required documents, use USDA toolkits and webinars, and submit through official grant portals.