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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Agriculture. The purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to solely enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Honey is considered a specialty crop, making this program relevant for small businesses involved in honey production or other bee-related specialty crops.
Projects could focus on marketing, research, or other initiatives to improve the competitiveness of honey and pollinator-dependent crops.
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Specialty Crop Block Grants (SCBG) 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). ” Projects must show a benefit to the specialty crop industry.
This program is not designed for start-ups or projects that only benefit one operation. Universities, institutions, cooperatives, producers, industry, or community-based organizations may submit a proposal for funding. A review committee will select projects to be included in Tennessee’s state plan.
This is a competitive program. Projects must directly impact multiple Tennessee producers. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture seeks to identify and support projects that are forward thinking with a positive, long-lasting impact on Tennessee Agriculture.
What is a Specialty Crop? 2026 SCBG Application Template is available on the USDA website under "Current Application Resources" and is titled "Project Profile Template." All 2026 SCBG project proposals are to be submitted to tn.
scbg@tn. gov no later than May 15, 2026. For additional information email tn.
scbg@tn. gov
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible projects must enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops, which include fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture). Small businesses involved in the production or marketing of honey or other specialty crops would be eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is funded by Tennessee Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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