💧The implementation of this program means that CDFA will first receive applications and process, award, and fund the Block Grant Recipients (BGRs) before growers can apply for this funding. The BGRs will apply with their proposed program for dispersing the funds. They will have discretion as to how and when grower applications will be processed and chosen for funding. . 💧If approved, the anticipated start date for BGR implementation is September of 2023. This means that growers will not be able to apply for this funding until after the date CDFA chooses to implement. However, according to the Draft Request for Grant Applications, the BGRs have up to three years to implement their programs. This may push the timeline for growers to receive funding. . #irrigation #automation #farming #agtech