The program supports creating value-added products, enhancing dairy byproducts and export programs.

The bulk of the grants will benefit small- to medium-sized dairy farmers and processors.

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USDA approved $23 million in funding for Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives.

Companies and cooperatives from 11 states were chosen to receive Dairy Business Builder grants.

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The grant program benefits small- to medium-sized Midwest dairy farmers, entrepreneurs and processors.

$7.67 million is expected to benefit the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) in the Midwest.

The companies will receive a combined $1 million available through Dairy Industry Impact grants.

The Dairy Business Builder grant program in previous cycles offered a maximum of $50,000.