This grant funds projects that strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of sheep and sheep products in the United States. It supports infrastructure improvements, business and resource development, and innovative approaches to address long-term industry needs. The program encourages collaboration among sheep industry organizations to maximize benefits for producers and reduce duplicated efforts.
Applicants must be domestic entities within the U.S. or its territories, including Tribal Governments. Eligible entities include nonprofits, higher education institutions, government, or business entities with capacity and engagement in the sheep industry.