$1.7 Million in State Grant Available for Your Snazzy Squash Marketing Campaign Idea
The USDA has awarded the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) $1.7 million in federal funds for a Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Through February 23 of this year, the TDA is accepting proposals for the funding of projects designed to raise awareness and consumption of state specialty crops, including fruit, vegetables, dried fruits, tree nuts and nursery plants. 
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"These federal grants make it possible for consumers to have greater access to locally-grown Texas crops," state Ag Commissioner Todd Staples said in a statement. "These funds also help improve the quality and availability of these products to Texas' specialty crops industry remains competitive in the marketplace while bolstering the Texas economy."
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