The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (Agency), USDA released a correction notice to a previous announcement about the Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) Program. The initial notice contained two incorrect funding amounts and did not mention that applicants could submit their applications via email. This correction updates the available funding to approximately $33 million and clarifies that applications can be submitted either in paper or electronically by specific deadlines. The notice also provides guidance on where and how to send applications.
Simple Explanation
The government fixed a mistake about a money grant, saying there's $33 million available for farmers to make and sell new products, and they can ask for this money by sending an email or mailing a letter. They want to make it easy and clear for everyone to apply because it helps them have better farms and food.