USDA-AMS Specialty Crop Multi-State Program administered in Washington through WSDA. Competitively funds collaborative multi-state projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops by addressing regional/national issues: food safety, plant pests and disease, research, crop-specific common issues, and marketing/promotion. In the 2023 cycle, ~$10 million was awarded with grants ranging $250,000-$1,000,000 over a 3-year project period (start Sept 30, 2024; complete by Sept 29, 2027). The funding opportunity is currently closed.
Eligibility
State departments of agriculture as lead applicants (WA-based entities apply through WSDA, a participating state) and, in nonparticipating states, local governments, Indian tribes, institutions of higher education, or nonprofit organizations. Partnerships must include two or more states/territories. Individual farms/businesses are not direct applicants (institutional).
Details
Organization
Financial Instrument
Grant
Minimum Award Amount
$250,000
Maximum Award Amount
$1,000,000
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Application Instructions
WA-based lead applicants submit to WSDA at SCMP@agr.wa.gov using the SCMP project narrative, budget, and outcome-measures templates during an open round. Currently closed.
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Updated September 4, 2026
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