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Acer Access Development Program

Program Information

Popular name

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Program Number

10.174

Program objective

To support the efforts of such States, tribal governments, and research institutions to promote the domestic maple syrup industry through the following activities: (1) Promotion of research and education related to maple syrup production. (2) Promotion of natural resource sustainability in the maple syrup industry. (3) Market promotion for maple syrup and maple-sap products. (4) Encouragement of owners and operators of privately held land containing species of trees in the genus Acer- (A) to initiate or expand maple-sugaring activities on the land; or (B) to voluntarily make the land available, including by lease or other means, for access by the public for maple-sugaring activities.

Program expenditures, by FY (2023 - 2025)

This chart shows obligations for the program by fiscal year. All data for this chart was provided by the administering agency and sourced from SAM.gov, USASpending.gov, and Treasury.gov.

For more information on each of these data sources, please see the About the data page.

Additional program information

  1. 2018

    Accomplishments can be found at www.ams.usda.gov/grants.

  2. 2022

    Please see https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/acer/awards

  3. 2024

    The Acer Access and Development Program (ACER) supports the U.S. maple syrup industry by funding projects that promote production, research, and market development. Notable achievements include: Advancing Maple Syrup Production Research: ACER has funded studies to improve sap collection methods and develop value-added products, enhancing production efficiency and product diversity. Promoting Sustainable Forestry Practices: The program encourages sustainable management of maple forests, ensuring long-term viability and environmental health. Expanding Market Opportunities: ACER supports marketing initiatives that increase consumer awareness and demand for maple products, boosting sales and economic growth.

Single Audit Applies (2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F):

For additional information on single audit requirements for this program, review the current Compliance Supplement.

OMB is working with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and agency offices of inspectors general to include links to relevant oversight reports. This section will be updated once this information is made available.

An RFA is announced each fiscal year via www.grants.gov. Additional information about this program is available at www.ams.usda.gov/grants.