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Stay informed on the latest USDA grant programs, rural energy funding, and updates from Sun Grants Consulting.

REAPOctober 2026

Iowa Farmers Union, Solar Group Sue USDA Over REAP Rule Changes

Environmental groups filed a federal lawsuit alleging that Trump administration changes to the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) have made nearly all solar projects ineligible — and that new rules were retroactively applied to farmers who had already begun construction on funded projects.

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REAPSeptember 2026

USDA New REAP Funding Round for Fiscal Year 2027

The USDA Rural Development has opened applications for the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), with increased funding available for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements for agricultural producers and rural small businesses.

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Food & AgAugust 2026

VAPG Applications Open Q1 of 2027: Value-Added Producer Grants

USDA's Value-Added Producer Grant program is accepting applications. Eligible producers can receive up to $75,000 for planning grants and $200,000 for working capital grants to develop value-added agricultural products.

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REAPJune 2026

Sun Grants Consulting Achieves 98% Grant Success Rate in 2025

We are proud to report that our clients achieved a 98% grant approval rate in 2025, securing millions in federal and state funding for rural energy projects, food processing facilities, and agricultural operations across the Midwest.

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Grant WritingApril 2026

How to Strengthen Your Grant Application: Tips from Our Team

Our grant writing team shares the most common mistakes applicants make and how to avoid them. From project narratives to financial documentation, learn what USDA reviewers look for in a winning application.

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