Accepting Applications for 2015 Food for Progress Program

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the 2015 Food for Progress Program, which helps developing countries and emerging democracies modernize and strengthen their agricultural sectors. U.S. agricultural commodities donated to recipient countries are sold on the local market and the proceeds are used to support programs that  improve agricultural productivity and expand trade of agricultural products. Projects normally last from 3-5 years.

Organizations eligible to apply include foreign governments, intergovernmental organizations, private voluntary organizations, cooperatives and nongovernmental organizations.

The application deadline is now extended to January 15, 2015​.

2015 Priority Countries and Issues

Visit the Food for Progress Program page to learn more about the program and to apply online.

Food Security, Food Assistance
Africa (Sub-Sahara), Benin, Ghana, Western Hemisphere, Dominican Republic
Fruits and Vegetables, Tree Nuts
Food for Progress

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