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Farm News: Buy Local Grants AvailablecommentsPosted: 07.02.2010
Projects to increase the purchase of food grown or produced in Wisconsin are eligible for competitive grants this year through the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) program. The deadline for 2010 grants pre-proposals is 4 p.m., Aug. 23.
“We’re looking for projects that strengthen Wisconsin’s agricultural economy by keeping a larger share of the dollars spent on food here in the state,” Rod Nilsestuen, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, said. “We welcome a wide variety of ideas.”
Individuals, groups, businesses and organization involved in Wisconsin agriculture, agritourism, food retailing, processing, distribution or warehousing are invited to apply. The maximum grant award is $50,000 per project, and grant applicants must provide at least a 33 percent cash or in-kind match. Application materials are available at: http://www.datcp.state.wi.us/mktg/business/marketing/val-add/directmktg/blbw/blbw_grants.jsp
In 2009, the response to the grant program was tremendous, with 75 pre-proposals. Ultimately, nine projects were selected to increase local food sales and grow the state's economy, ranging from pasture-raised meats in Ashland to a vegetable-freezing facility in Highland.
“Our goal is to have Wisconsin be the gold standard in local food innovation, engagement and success,” Buy Local Buy Wisconsin grant program coordinator Teresa Cuperus said.
In addition to being available online, application materials – including the grant program pre-proposal template and the 2010 grant manual – can be obtained by emailing datcpBLBW@wi.gov or calling Teresa Cuperus at 608-224-5101.
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