Agricultural Products Utilization Commission (APUC) creates new wealth and employment opportunities through the development of new and expanded uses of North Dakota's agricultural products through a grant program.
A maximum of 15 qualifying applicants present funding proposals on a quarterly basis for the following grant categories:
- Basic and Applied Research
- Marketing and Utilization
- Farm Diversification
- Technical Assistance
- Nature Based Agri-Tourism
- Prototype Development and Technology
Grant Application Deadlines & Quarterly Funding Review Meetings
-Due on or before dates listed below:
| 2023 Application Deadlines | 2023 Quarterly Meeting Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | February 15-16 | Bismarck/Mandan, ND |
| April 1 | May 17-18 | Dickinson, ND |
| July 1 | July 19-20 | Medora, ND |
| October 1 | November 15-16 | Devils Lake, ND |
Ag Products Utilization Commission (APUC) Contacts
Bradley Dean
APUC Executive Director / Ag Development Specialist
600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 602
Bismarck, ND 58505
701-955-0181
bdean@nd.gov
John Schneider
Business, Marketing & Information Division Director
600 East Boulevard Ave. Dept. 602
Bismarck, ND 58505
701-319-6958
jfschneider@nd.gov