Dairy Promotion Grants Available to New England Farmers

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New England Dairy’s dairy promotion grant program helps farmers build trust in dairy, educate consumers, and increase consumption.

Farmers planning local dairy promotion activities can apply for up to $2,400 annually. There are two grant deadlines this year: February 28 and July 14, 2023. Farmers can apply online: bit.ly/NED-promotion-grants

Examples of activities that would be considered for funding include events that bring dairy to unexpected places, on-farm events, campaigns to connect with consumers on social media, and more.

Applicants must be associated with the production of cow milk as a dairy producer or dairy farm employee located in Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, or Rhode Island.

For more information, contact Farmer Relations Specialist Jennifer Schenkel at jschenkel@newenglanddairy.com or 617-286-5894.