USDA Announces $5 Million Awarded through the Acer Access and Development Program DARIUS J. PARKER Thu, 09/24/2026 - 11:25 Date September 24, 2026 Funds support projects that promote the maple syrup industry The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced over $5 million in grant funding awarded to 12 projects across six states to promote the maple syrup industry.