Supplemental and Alternative Crops

About This Program

The Supplemental and Alternative Crops program supports projects that expand adaptation and acreage of alternative crops in the U.S. for food, feedstock, oil, and industrial products. This program helps farmers develop profitable cropping options in response to market changes and commodity price pressures.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

• 1Must be eligible applicant as defined in opportunity listing
• 2SAM.gov registration required prior to application
• 3Application must be submitted through Grants.gov by posted deadline
• 4Focus on alternative crops for food, feedstock, oil, or industrial value-added products