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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is sponsored by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (USDA AMS). This program aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops, defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops. Funding is awarded to applicants in support of the specialty crop industry in South Carolina.
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The FY 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) application period is open through June 8, 2026. Only state departments of agriculture may apply for funding to AMS. For any questions related to SCBGP, contact SCBlockGrants@usda.
gov. * 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (pdf) *The NOFO is a primary resource for information about the SCBGP. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review it carefully and follow its guidance. If you are an individual or other non-federal entity interested in applying, applications for specialty crop projects must be submitted to the appropriate state department of agriculture to be considered for funding.
To learn how to apply for SCBGP funding in your state, contact your SCBGP state department of agriculture contact. A listing of the most recent state requests for proposals is below. * 2026 State Request for Proposals (pdf) The purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops.
Specialty crops are defined as “fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture).
The agency, commission, or department responsible for agriculture within any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is eligible to apply directly to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for grant funds.
Organizations or individuals interested in the SCBGP should contact their state department of agriculture for more information. **Cost Sharing or Match** No federal cost sharing or matching requirement. Cost share/match should not be included in the submitted application nor subsequent performance or financial reports.
For more information, go to the SCBGP Awarded Grants webpage.
## Additional Information **For FY26 projects and projects going forward** * SCBGP Infographic (pdf) * Grant Performance Measures website * Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (pdf) **For FY21 projects and prior projects** * Evaluation Plan (Performance Measures) (pdf) * SCBGP Research Brief (pdf) * Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Overview (Video) * Definition of a Specialty Crop
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants must present a project proposal focused on activities that benefit the specialty crop industry in South Carolina. Grants are not awarded to projects that profit a single organization or individual. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (SCDA has been awarded an average of $586,688.00 annually in recent years). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is funded by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (USDA AMS). 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.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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