RICHMOND, Va. (7News) — Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced $4.9 million in Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) grants Friday.
The money aims to speed up the processing and manufacturing of raw crops into consumer goods.
It will also modernize cold storage and delivery fleets, as well as expand networks for specialty crops, dairy and grains.
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The program excludes meat and poultry.
“Agriculture is Virginia’s number one private industry and a foundational pillar of our Commonwealth’s economy. Supporting economic development opportunities in the industry means supporting Virginia’s farmers…” Spanberger said.
The money will be distributed across Virginia farms, businesses and cooperatives.
The program is funded by the USDA and administered by the Virginia Department of Agriculture.
