MarketReady Producer Training Program
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The MarketReady Producer Training program addresses the market development risks and relationships small farmers and ranchers must manage as they seek to develop supplier relationships with restaurants, grocery, wholesale and foodservice buyers. Significant opportunity exists to build on the demand for local products in local markets, yet many farmers are hesitant or unprepared to meet the transac
05/13/2026
📣 LAMP Grant Funding is OPEN!
The USDA Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP) includes funding through:
🥕 Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)
🚚 Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP)
🌱 Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP)
These grants are designed to strengthen local and regional food systems—from direct-to-consumer sales to food hubs and infrastructure.
🗓 Deadline: June 5, 2026
💰 25% match required
Not sure where to start? KY Center for Ag & Rural Development (KCARD) is here to help you explore ideas, check eligibility, and build a strong proposal.
Reach out—we’re happy to help!
04/03/2026
This week, we hosted a Retail Readiness Marketing Workshop in partnership with Kentucky Proud and the KY Center for Ag & Rural Development at the Fayette County Extension Office. Here is a sneak peek of some of the photos from our event! 📸
The workshop, now in its second year, provided an overview of marketing trends, peer-to-peer panels, discussions, product evaluations, and advice from a variety of local retailers, as well as hands-on workshops for marketing planning and story development.
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