The project aims to work with Midwest farmers and suppliers to create solutions for climate challenges. In a December 16, 2024, press release, Kerry Group announced that its “Midwest Greener Future” initiative had received a grant from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), funded through the Farm Bill and the Inflation Reduction Act. The $21 million grant was awarded under the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). According to its website (1), the RCPP is “a partner-driven approach to conservation that funds solutions to natural resource challenges on agricultural land.” Noting the company’s history of supporting farm-level initiatives in Ireland, the press release explained how it is using a comprehensive and farm-centered approach to implement sustainable agricultural practices in the US Midwest.