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SCDA DIY Cold Storage Cost-Share Program is sponsored by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (through USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant). Through funding from the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant, South Carolina farmers can get reimbursed for installing Cool-Bot cooler systems. This could be relevant for Hazelwood Farms Dairy LLC to enhance cold storage for their dairy and other agricultural products.
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Funding Available for Cold Storage Cost Share Program | South Carolina Department of Agriculture With more than 22,600 farms and 4. 6 million acres of farmland, South Carolina is driven by agriculture. Agribusiness (agriculture + forestry) is the state’s No. 1 industry, accounting for nearly 260,000 jobs and $51.
8 billion in annual economic impact. Funding Available for Cold Storage Cost Share Program South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contacts: Stephanie Sox, 803-734-2196, ssox@scda.
sc. gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 25, 2017 Funding Available for Cold Storage Cost Share Program COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) and the South Carolina Specialty Crop Growers Association announce the Cold Storage Cost Share Program, funded through the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grant.
Through this program, farmers are eligible for a reimbursement of up to $750 for installing a Cool-Bot cooler system for the holding of specialty crops. This system can be used on an affordable walk-in cooler powered in conjunction with a standard air conditioning unit.
The Cool-Bot system uses multiple sensors, a heating element, and a programmed micro-controller to direct the air conditioner’s compressor to cool the room to 36°, without ever freezing up. Eligible farmers must meet and agree to the following criteria: Must be a South Carolina farmer Must grow specialty crops Attend a food safety workshop hosted by SCDA or Clemson Extension.
Proof of attendance must be provided in application for reimbursement. Sign an affidavit with SCDA to ensure cold storage unit will be used solely for the handling, holding, and distribution of specialty crops. Provide primary source documentation for all expenditures related to installation of the cold storage technology unit.
Enable an on-site audit by key SCDA personnel to authenticate cold storage technology is being used solely for specialty crops. Provide data, information, statistics and/or testimonials after six and twelve months of installation of the cold storage unit to SCDA for tracking project success. While there isn’t a due date to apply for reimbursement, funds are limited.
For more information, contact SCDA’s Emily Joyce at 803-734-2224 or ejoyce@scda. sc. gov .
Funding Available for Cold Storage Cost Share Program Press Release
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: South Carolina farmers growing specialty crops. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows reimbursement up to $750 for installing a Cool-Bot cooler system (up to two systems). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
SCDA DIY Cold Storage Cost-Share Program is funded by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (through USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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