Learn About the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

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The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) recently hosted “Grant Opportunity: Enhancing the Competitiveness of Specialty Crops” (use Playback option to hear webinar at this link), the seventh in a series of webinars designed to educate the general public about federal fruit and vegetable programs.

The latest interactive webinar explains the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which is designed to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops—fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture. Trista Etzig, manager of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, delivered the information directly and personally answered participants’ questions.