North Carolina Muscadine GRAPE: Growth, Recognition, Advancement, Production and Education – Phase II

Organization:

North Carolina Agricultural Foundation, Inc.

Amount:

$60,015.89

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to provide funding to implement the strategic plan for the North Carolina muscadine grape industry that was developed with prior Golden LEAF funding. Efforts will include marketing the muscadine grape and its products, developing educational materials for the industry, establishing a research facility focusing on muscadines, and further exploration of the antioxidant composition of muscadine grapes.

Contact:

Ms. Kathy Kennel Campus Box 7645 Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7645 919-515-9259

Areas Served:

Statewide