Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
Forecasted
The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture funds research and projects that boost the science, safety, and competitiveness of North Dakota’s specialty crops.
Funder: North Dakota Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application Deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical project duration up to 2 years; award sizes vary annually based on federal allocation.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance the competitiveness of North Dakota’s specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and horticultural products.
Key Information: Forecasted grant: all deadlines are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP), administered by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in North Dakota. Specialty crops are defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture. The program aims to foster innovation, improve food safety, support research, promote nutrition and market development, and strengthen distribution systems for specialty crops. Projects must benefit the broader specialty crop industry rather than a single business or product.
