Provides reimbursable matching grants up to $50,000 to Virginia political subdivisions for capital infrastructure projects that support local food production and sustainable agriculture. Eligible projects include food hubs, farmers' markets, commercial kitchens, and value-added processing facilities. Grants require matching funds, are awarded competitively twice a year, and include reporting and completion deadlines.
Eligible applicants are Virginia political subdivisions such as counties, cities, towns, economic development authorities, or planning district commissions. Small farmers and food producers collaborate with these localities to develop projects.
