Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Farm Bill 2026
This grant funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops.
About this program
The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, established under the Farm Bill, provides funding to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. This program is designed to support projects that benefit the specialty crop industry, including research, marketing, and education initiatives. It aims to improve the overall quality and availability of specialty crops, which include fruits, vegetables, nuts, and flowers. Eligible applicants can include state departments of agriculture, universities, and non-profit organizations focused on agricultural development. The program works by providing grants to eligible entities that propose innovative projects aimed at addressing challenges faced by the specialty crop sector. These projects can range from research initiatives to marketing campaigns that promote specialty crops. By funding these projects, the program seeks to strengthen the agricultural economy and support farmers who grow specialty crops, ultimately benefiting consumers and the agricultural community as a whole.
Eligibility
State departments of agriculture, universities, and non-profit organizations focused on agricultural development.