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$3M-Plus in Grants to Support Organic Dairy in the Midwest

USA 23.01.2025
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This new funding presents opportunities to continue strengthening the Midwest organic dairy industry by reaching the next generation of consumers.
$3M-Plus in Grants to Support Organic Dairy in the Midwest

The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) has announced its latest initiative to bolster the organic dairy sector in the Midwest. In collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), the DBIA is inviting proposals from organic dairy processors as part of a new grant program.

The program, backed by USDA’s Organic Dairy Production Promotion, will see $3.75 million distributed through competitive grants. These grants, ranging from $100,000 to $1.5 million, aim to fortify the organic dairy industry’s infrastructure, enhancing both producers and processors.

In a joint effort with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) and the Center for Dairy Research, the grant funding focuses on facilitating the distribution of organic dairy products to students and young adults, encompassing schools, colleges, and youth organizations.

Danica Nilsestuen, WCMA’s director of sustainability and grants, reiterated the significance of this financial injection, highlighting its potential to drive the industry’s continued growth and success. “This new funding presents opportunities to continue strengthening the Midwest organic dairy industry by reaching the next generation of consumers,” she noted.


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