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New Grant Opportunity for Sheep and Lamb Producers



U.S. sheep and lamb producers now have a new opportunity to enhance the profitability and sustainability of their operations.

The American Lamb Board (ALB) has received a grant through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) program. This initiative is designed to help producers improve efficiency and increase productivity by integrating technology and sustainable management strategies. The program also aims to expand market opportunities and support the next generation of sheep producers.

A total of 150 producers will be selected to participate. Each will work with a Technical Service Provider (TSP) to develop operational plans, implement recommended improvements, and organize farm data to identify best management practices that both mitigate emissions and enhance productivity.

Producers accepted into the program may receive up to $23,000 to develop and implement improved sheep and land stewardship management plans.

*Applications are open now through May 1.* Selected applicants will be notified by June 1, 2026. Once eligibility documentation is completed, individual producer programs will begin and run through September 30, 2028.

More information and the application are available at lambboard.com [ [link removed] ].

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