Value Added Producer Grant Workshop

The VAPG program helps agricultural producers enter into value added activities related to the processing and/or marketing of value-added products. Generating new products, creating and expanding marketing opportunities, and increasing producer income are the goals of this program. 
Who Can Apply for Program:Independent producers, farmer or rancher cooperatives, agricultural producer groups, and producer-owned business ventures, including non-profit organizations. 

Learn About:

• The ins and outs of the VAPG program. Presenter:  Joe Anderson, USDA
• Successful grant writers present what is required in an application.  
• Requirements of feasibility studies/business plans. Presenter:  Dr. Kent Wolfe, UGA.
• Services provided by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.  Presenter: Sarah Cook, Georgia  Department of Ag
• Learn about loan programs to grow your business.