Bennett Orchards Receives Delaware Research Grant
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Bennett Orchards has received a $53,999 grant through a Delaware program designed to improve access to healthy, affordable food in communities with limited grocery options.
The sixth-generation family farm, which has been growing fruit in Delaware since 1867, was one of 28 recipients selected during the spring 2026 funding round of the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Grant Program.
The Delaware Division of Small Business presented a ceremonial check at Bennett Orchards, located at 31442 Peachtree Lane, on Aug. 17. Division Director CJ Bell and state Sen. Darius Brown attended the presentation.
Bennett Orchards plans to use the funding to continue research into…
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