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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

Grants to NJ organizations representing specialty crop producers to enhance competitiveness of specialty crops in domestic or foreign markets. NJDA received $1,023,883 in 2026 funding from USDA-AMS.

About this program

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Eligibility

Organizations representing multiple NJ specialty crop producers. Single organizations are encouraged to apply collaboratively. Eligible specialty crops include vegetables, fruits, nuts, horticultural products, Christmas trees, honey, herbs, potatoes, and sweet corn. Excludes feed crops, food grains, seafood, livestock, and dairy.

Requirements

  • Must represent multiple New Jersey specialty crop producers
  • Project must enhance competitiveness of NJ specialty crops
  • Single organizations encouraged to apply collaboratively