| Reimbursement Type | Timeframe | Required Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Past | January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 | Proof of purchase with application |
| Planned | March 26, 2023 - July 14, 2023 | Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
| Past and Planned |
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 |
Proof of purchase with application AND Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
What's the timeline for eligible expenses?
| Reimbursement Type | Timeframe | Required Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Past | January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 | Proof of purchase with application |
| Planned | March 26, 2023 - July 14, 2023 | Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
| Past and Planned |
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 |
Proof of purchase with application AND Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
This mini-grant will provide reimbursement for expenses related to improvements in on-farm food safety systems. Below is a list of categories eligible for reimbursement.
- Water testing for generic E. coli
- Pre-harvest water: must be a quantitative testing method for generic E. coli. Post-harvest water: can be presence/absence or quantitative testing method for generic E. coli.
- Plastic or paper liners
- Harvest collection tools
- Market containers
- Supplies to build or purchase a portable handwashing station
- Supplies to build or purchase a portable produce washing station
- Canvas bags
- Sanitizer used for wash water and food contact surfaces
- Consultation fees for developing an on-farm food safety plan
- Wax boxes
- Harvest totes
- Carts and pull wagons
- Produce growers who farm in Minnesota, that grow one or more of the following crops:
- Leafy greens, apples, berries, carrots, cucumbers, garlic, green beans, herbs, melons, microgreens, mushrooms, onions, peppers, sprouts, summer squash/zucchini, tomatoes.
| Reimbursement Type | Timeframe | Required Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Past | January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 | Proof of purchase with application |
| Planned | March 26, 2023 - July 14, 2023 | Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
| Past and Planned |
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2023 |
Proof of purchase with application AND Proof of purchase after grant approval for reimbursement |
Eligibility
Yes, previous awardees may apply again this year.
I was awarded a mini-grant in 2024. Can I apply again this year?
Yes, previous awardees may apply again this year.
Supporting documents can be submitted as:
- Scan(s) of the document(s)
- Digital photograph(s) of the document(s)
Note: Do no submit original documents as they will not be returned. If you do not have access or ability to scan or photograph the documents, please contact your local Extension office or library; they may be able to assist.
How should I submit copies of my supporting documents?
Supporting documents can be submitted as:
- Scan(s) of the document(s)
- Digital photograph(s) of the document(s)
Note: Do no submit original documents as they will not be returned. If you do not have access or ability to scan or photograph the documents, please contact your local Extension office or library; they may be able to assist.
