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USDA's AMP Program – Advancing Markets for Producers (through ARSNx)

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Overview

USDA's AMP Program – Advancing Markets for Producers

Program Type: USDA initiative providing critical funding and technical assistance

Geographic Scope: Currently enrolling producers in 82 Mississippi counties

Focus Areas:

  • Direct-to-consumer sales

  • Supply chain strengthening

  • Cooperative development

  • Regenerative agricultural practices

  • Market infrastructure access
    • Program Benefits Through ARSNx (Agricultural Resilience Support Network Exchange)

    • Cash Incentives for adopting regenerative agricultural practices
    • Technical Assistance via mobile support units and multilingual field teams
    • Market Infrastructure Access and co-op sales channels
    • Traceability Tools including EcoProduce™ and GAP certification systems

      Eligibility Requirements

    • Be an agricultural producer or part of a cooperative in an eligible county
    • Commit to adopting USDA-recognized conservation or market-enhancing practices
    • Complete a short registration and site assessment with ARSNx Field Staff

      Impact Metrics

    • 65% of ARSNx funding flows directly to producers
    • Over 200 producers engaged in cash incentive and infrastructure programs
    • Traceable systems deployed across 10+ cooperative service hubs

      Data & Privacy

    • All producer data secured and only shared in compliance with USDA reporting policies
    • Participation is voluntary

    Contact Information:

  • Phone: 210-451-5101

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Address: 401 E Sonterra Blvd, Suite 375, San Antonio TX 78258
  • How to Apply

    How to Register

    1. Start Registration Online - Complete the AMP Interest Form
    2. Schedule a Field Visit - Meet with a regional support representative
    3. Complete Site Assessment - Meet with ARSNx Field Staff to complete short registration and site assessment
    4. Access Services - Receive customized technical and financial assistance

    Registration: Register Now option available on website

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    agriculturecommunity-development

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