Prince George's County Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) Pilot Program

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Prince George’s County Advancing Markets for Producers Pilot Program

The Prince George's County Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) Pilot Program helps strengthen local agriculture by expanding market opportunities for County farmers and supporting agricultural practices that strengthen long-term farm productivity, resilience, and market access.

This project plans to pilot, evaluate, and build a Local Producers Program to improve the production, yield, and/or marketing of County agricultural products grown using environmental best-management practices. This project will reduce barriers to local agricultural production on both existing and new farms. A planned marketing strategy that resonates with County residents will combine the values of eating local with supporting local farmers using on-farm environmental practices. The County will work with Bowie State University (a Historically Black University) to develop and analyze the performance of Aquaponics systems designed specifically for local small farmers. University of Maryland Extension will similarly develop and lead Marketing and Business training for local farmers.

Lead Partner: Prince George's County Government
Other Major Partners: Prince George’s County Government Agencies and Entities, including the Department of the Environment (DoE), Prince George's Soil Conservation District (PGSCD), Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC), Low Impact Development Center, Inc. (LIDC), Bowie State University, University of Maryland Extension
Primary States Expected: MD
Major Commodities: Fruit, Vegetables, Specialty Crops, and a variety of other Crops
Approximate Funding Ceiling: $3,250,000