MN Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

MN Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
Amount: US $25,000 - US $125,000
Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Summary

The MN Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, offers funding to enhance the competitiveness of Minnesota-grown specialty crops in both domestic and international markets. This initiative supports various crops, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture products, as defined by the USDA. Projects funded can significantly contribute to the agricultural economy and promote sustainable practices in specialty crop production.

Overview

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that will increase the competitiveness of Minnesota-grown specialty crops in domestic and foreign markets. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines specialty crops as fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture and nursery crops, floriculture, and processed products that have 50% or more specialty crop content by weight, exclusive of added water. See the USDA's detailed list of eligible specialty crops (PDF) for more information.

Eligibility

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