Proposals are Due March 15, 2011
Contact: Mike Bandli, 608-224-5136
Ashley Huibregtse, 608-224-5002
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is currently accepting proposals for the Agricultural Development and Diversification (ADD) Grant Program. These competitive grants are awarded annually to projects that are likely to stimulate Wisconsin’s agricultural economy through the development and exploration of new products, markets, or technologies.
Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2011.
Projects that have near term impacts, innovation, commercialization potential, project team strength, and potential benefit to a sector of Wisconsin agriculture are encouraged to apply.
Current ADD grant project examples include:
* Demonstrating new technologies for producing walleye and hybrid walleye for stocking and food fish
* Creating a local meat processor pork demand and source analysis
* Developing malting grade barley and hops production in northwestern Wisconsin
* Evaluating ion-selective electrodes used with a manure pumping system
* Assessing the feasibility of creating a HEATReeT Wood Technology Enterprise
Individuals, associations, agribusinesses and industry groups are invited to apply. The proposal can involve a collaboration or partnership between producers, industry, academia or agricultural organizations. Grant funding is provided by the State of Wisconsin, and the maximum grant amount is $50,000.
Since 1989, DATCP has distributed $7.1 million to fund 354 projects. ADD grant recipients have reported their projects leveraged over $52 million in new capital investment and over $147 million in economic returns, including increased sales, cost reductions, and economic impact.
Additional information and application materials are available online at datcp.wisconsin.gov under Business, Grants & Financial Aid. For questions about the grant program or completing the application, contact Mike Bandli by e-mail at mike.bandli@wisconsin.gov or at 608-224-5136.
