Acer Access and Development Program
USDA
Funding Amount
$200,000 – $500,000
Matching Funds
Funding Cycle
Application closed May 30, 2023. Unknown when application will re-open
Description
Activities associated with research and education related to maple syrup production, natural resource sustainability in the maple syrup industry, and the marketing of maple syrup and maple-sap products. Acer also incentivizes owners and operators of privately held land containing species of trees in the genus Acer to initiate or expand maple-sugaring activities on the land or to voluntarily make the land available, including by lease or other means, for access by the public for maple-sugaring activities
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include:
- States
- Tribal governments
- Research institutions
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Application Requirements, Required Forms, and Additional Information found here:
https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/acer/how-to-apply
Location(s)
National
Additional Information
For general questions about AMS’s grant programs, email SAGPgrants@usda.gov
