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Kentucky Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP)

Competitive grants for projects that solely enhance the competitiveness of Kentucky specialty crops including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticultural products, nursery crops, and honey. Kentucky anticipates $413,909 in 2026 SCBGP funding.

About this program

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Eligibility

Privately owned companies, small business owners, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, and quasi-governmental entities including public universities in Kentucky. Projects must enhance competitiveness of specialty crops and demonstrate measurable benefits beyond a single operation.

Requirements

  • Must be based in Kentucky
  • Projects must solely enhance competitiveness of specialty crops
  • Eligible crops: fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticultural products, nursery crops, honey