Business Acceleration & Marketing Program Accepting Applications
CONTACT:
Logan Kruse, Montana Department of Agriculture, (406) 444-3684
Bailey Kaskie, Montana Department of Agriculture, (406) 444-0134
Business Acceleration & Marketing Program Accepting Applications
Helena, Mont. – The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is announcing the opening of the Growth Through Agriculture Business Acceleration & Marketing Program (BAM). Montanans interested in expanding or developing new marketing for agricultural businesses are invited to apply for funds through the state grant program.
The Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) program was established by the legislature to strengthen and diversify Montana’s agriculture industry by developing new agricultural products and processes.
Applications for funding open January 4, 2024. The Montana Department of Agriculture will be accepting applications until funds are exhausted and will be reviewing applications quarterly starting in April of 2024. Information on submitting an application, program guidelines, and FAQs be viewed online at: agr.mt.gov/Topics/E-G/GTA-Pages/GTA-BAM.
Applicants may apply for grants up to $20,000 with $5,000 in equipment allowed. A 50% cost-share required over a one-year grant period. Examples of eligible project activities include trade show expenses, foreign trade mission participation, product development, and marketing.
Those needing application assistance are encouraged to contact their local Food and Agricultural Development Center at agr.mt.gov/Food-and-Ag-Development-Centers.
The Montana Department of Agriculture is serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky. For more information on department programs and services, visit agr.mt.gov.
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Tags: BAM, Business Acceleration and Marketing Program and Growth Through Agriculture
