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Farmers Market Grant.

Supporting local farmers markets that strengthen local agriculture and expand access to fresh, locally grown food

AgGeorgia Farmers Market Grant 

AgGeorgia Farm Credit is committed to supporting local agriculture and strengthening rural communities. Each year, AgGeorgia designates $10,000 to support farmers markets that prioritize agricultural producers and expand access to locally grown food across our service area.

Through the Farmers Market Grant Program, five (5) markets are awarded $2,000 each to support projects that directly benefit farmers, improve market operations, and enhance community impact.   

Grant Overview

  • Total Annual Funding: $10,000
  • Grant Amount: $2,000 per market
  • Number of Awards: 5
  • Grant Cycle: Annual

Eligibility RequirementsAgGeorgia Farmers Market Grant, Truck with bed full of fruits and vegetables

To be eligible for the AgGeorgia Farmers Market Grant, markets must meet the following criteria:

  • Be located within AgGeorgia’s 79-county territory
  • Operate a farmers market that is open at least 8 market days within a 2-month period
  • Maintain a farmer-focused vendor mix, with:
    • At least 50% agricultural vendors, and
    • A minimum of five (5) vendors selling agricultural products such as produce, meat, dairy, eggs, plants, or honey

Preference is given to markets that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting local farmers and limiting craft or non-agricultural vendors.

Use of Grant Funds

Grant funds must be used for projects that directly support farmers or enhance market operations. Allowable uses include, but are not limited to:

  • Market infrastructure that benefits farmers (tents, tables, signage, refrigeration)
  • Marketing and promotion that highlights local producers
  • Farmer recruitment or retention efforts
  • Programs that expand food access
  • Educational initiatives related to agriculture or local food systems

Applicants are required to submit a clear and detailed plan describing how grant funds will be used.

Recognition & Promotion

Grant recipients agree to acknowledge AgGeorgia Farm Credit’s support by:

  • Including the AgGeorgia Farm Credit logo or a mention of AgGeorgia Farm Credit in promotional materials related to the funded project, and
  • Participating in a brief post-grant recognition effort, which includes:
    • Submitting a short post-grant impact summary describing how funds were used and the benefit to farmers and the community, and
    • Coordinating with AgGeorgia's marketing team for a photo opportunity to be used in a press release, social media, or other AgGeorgia communications.

Application & Selection

Applications are reviewed using a scoring process that considers:

  • Farmer focus and vendor composition
  • Community impact and food access
  • Intended use of funds and sustainability
  • Alignment with AgGeorgia Farm Credit’s mission

Application Period

The application period is projected to open February 1 and close March 15. Dates are subject to change and will be posted on this page.

Congratulations to the 2025 Farmers Market Grant Winners:

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