Spirulina may hold one of the keys to food insufficiency. This green alga has shown
remarkable results in many scientific studies, and NASA uses it for astronauts’ nutrition
in space. Find out more about this nutritious – and delicious – gift from the sea and how
Tom and Tina Cropper are growing it in Maryland. The Croppers discuss Spirulina and
their innovations for producing it in this CAIC PODCAST with host Muphen Whitney and
CAIC’s Emiliano Espinosa.
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Mini-Grants up to $5,000 are available for:
– Market Research and Validation of Target Market
– Customer Acquisition
– Product Development Initiatives
– Food Safety Classes
Eligibility
Value-added producers and companies with traction ($20,000 or more in yearly revenue) in Maryland and Delaware are eligible to apply for Mini-Grants. Participants may apply once for each of the categories. Applicants must demonstrate that they have a unique and differentiated product or service that incorporates an aspect of innovation or technology in its production, processing, distribution, or other element of the food supply system.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Award decisions will be made and funds will be available no later than three weeks following the receipt of a completed application.
Application Process
Applicants must submit Mini-Grant proposals by filling out the form at this link. Copy(ies) of quote(s), proposal(s), estimate(s), or any other supporting documents.
CAIC offers access to Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who can offer authoritative advice based on their deep knowledge and experience in a specific area. See the ADVISORS page of this Web site to learn more about the SMEs who are available to CAIC participants.
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