We are excited to announce that the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant. 

This grant aims to support projects that enhance the competitiveness of Washington's specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to visit WSDA's Specialty Crop Block Grant web page for more details.

The application process will consist of a two-phase competitive solicitation, with concept proposals due electronically by noon PST on October 15, 2024. Grant awards will range from $25,000 to $250,000 per project, lasting up to three years. Eligible entities include non-profit and for-profit organizations, government entities, colleges, universities, and more. Please review the 2024 Request for Concept Proposals for specific application instructions.

If you have any questions regarding the requirements or eligibility of Washington State's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, please don't hesitate to reach out to The Specialty Crop Block Grant Team by email or phone at 360-485-1255.

We strongly recommend submitting your proposals a few days before the deadline to account for any potential technical issues. We look forward to receiving your innovative project proposals to further support Washington's specialty crop industry.