Section 950.240  Eligible Costs

a)         A grant under this Part may provide:

1)         Up to 75% of the cost for technical assistance to develop a project to enhance the value of agricultural products or to expand agribusiness in Illinois, but not to exceed $25,000; and

2)         Up to 50% of the cost of undertaking feasibility studies, competitive assessments, and consulting or productivity services that the Department determines may result in the enhancement of value-added agricultural products; and

b)         Notwithstanding any other provision of this Section, the grant moneys may not be used for the purpose of compliance with the provisions of the Livestock Management Facilities Act.  [505 ILCS 19/35(a)]