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Specialty crop grants
The Montana Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for over $3 million in federal funding available through the Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) program.
The purpose of the SCBG program is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Montana. Eligible projects include improving efficiency and sustainability of specialty crop industries, research, education, developing new and improved varieties, improving the capacity of the distribution chain, enhancing food safety, pest, and disease control.
Grant proposals are due to the Montana Department of Agriculture by 5 p.m. March 8. For more information, visit agr.mt.gov/SpecialtyCropBlockGrants or email scbg@mt.gov.
Made in Montana award
Nominations are being taken for the 2024 Made in Montana Retailer of the Year. The award recognizes a Made in Montana retail store that consistently and enthusiastically supports Montana producers through mentoring and retailing Made in Montana products.
Made in Montana asks for nominations from members, chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, customers, tourism partners, peers and others. The award is presented during Wholesale Day, March 8, at the Made in Montana Tradeshow.
To nominate, visit forms.office.com.
Cybersecurity webinar
The Montana APEX and Project Spectrum will hold a virtual webinar on Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon to learn more about cybersecurity requirements for Federal Contracting. Project Spectrum is a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) recognized cybersecurity awareness initiative offering resources, training, and tools toward increasing cybersecurity awareness for businesses. To register, visit https://mtptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/41562
FAYP After Hours
The Flathead Area Young Professionals will tour Glacier Park International Airport on Jan. 25 at 5:30 p.m. Flathead Area Young Professionals is open to all young professionals ages 21-39 and is FREE to Discover Kalispell Chamber members and their employees. For more information, please contact Pilar at 406-758-5054.
Coffee Connect
The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce holds its Coffee Connect on Jan. 26 at 8 a.m. at Bridge Property Management, 40 Glacier Ranch Way, Kalispell. Bridge Property Management's goal is to professionally manage owner interests and offer quality and affordable community living options. Coffee Connect is a networking event.