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This page contains a timeline that lays out the process and events behind the VMLRP program. 

VMLRP News

February 3, 2025

All NIFA Requests for Applications are currently under review (see https://www.nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/announcements/notice-funding-opportunities-under-review.) 

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VMLRP Timeline

Dates listed below are subject to change in relation to unforeseen circumstances or administrative changes.

TasksFY 2025FY 2026FY 2027
Shortage Nomination WebinarOctober 1, 2024September 2025September 2026
Shortage Nomination Cycle OpensOctober 7, 2024October 2025October 2026
Shortage Nomination Cycle ClosedNovember 12, 2024November 2025November 2026
Shortage Situation Areas PostedJanuary 16,  2025February 2026February 2027
Application Period OpensTo be determined February 2026February 2027
Technical Assistance WebinarTo be determined March 2026March 2027
Letter of Intent DeadlineTo be determined April 2026April 2027
Application Period ClosesTo be determined April 2026April 2027
VMLRP Awards OfferedTo be determined September 30, 2026September 30, 2027
VMLRP Service Agreement BeginsTo be determined January 1, 2027January 1, 2028
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Page last updated: February 11, 2025

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