[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”86%” custom_margin=”|auto|30px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Grain Cluster” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|800||on|||||” title_font_size=”65px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#0C71C3″ header_4_font_size=”20px” width=”100%” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
In late 2023 the Port of Columbia completed a feasibility study for an artisan grain cluster.\u00a0 The first step in the grain cluster is a craft malting facility. In 2024, the Port of Columbia Commissioners approved a<\/span> resolution authorizing Port staff to apply for\u00a0 funding from the Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB). This funding will connect to existing infrastructure and construct a craft malt processing building at the Blue Mountain Station Food Park. The Port has applied for a $5 million grant\/loan package for this project. The private sector partner, Mainstem Malt, is investing an amount equal to or greater than $5 million for the project.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”236111″ fullwidth=”on” dbdb_version=”4.3.5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/bluemountainstation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-2024-03-14-104453.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2024-03-14 104453″ show_bottom_space=”off” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”100%” min_height=”484px” height=”756px” custom_margin=”-55px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|800|||||||” text_text_color=”#0C71C3″ text_font_size=”25px” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_font_size=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For more details on the artisan grain cluster, feel free to check out the artisan grain cluster feasibility study. Read it here!<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”236165″ fullwidth=”on” dbdb_version=”4.3.5″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”67%” max_width=”86%” max_height=”1000px” custom_margin=”|||21px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#0C71C3″ header_4_font=”|800|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#0C71C3″ header_5_font=”|600|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#7CDA24″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”GRAIN CLUSTER SURVEY” button_text=”Click Here” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Port of Columbia is working on an initiative to grow a grain cluster at the Blue Mountain Station Food park. As part of the initiative, we are eager to hear from regional growers and businesses on their interest in participating in the regional grain cluster. Your input is valuable in shaping the direction of this initiative.\u00a0<\/span>By participating in our survey, you will have the opportunity to voice your opinions, concerns, and preferences regarding the regional grain cluster.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nProject will:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Diversify the local economy<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Create new avenues of economic growth<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Open a different market for local growers, offering higher profits<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Contribute value to locally produced grain and barley<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Increase collaboration between different sectors<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Enhance the reputation of the community as a source for quality and local goods<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Expected outcomes are:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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46 jobs to the community, 22 direct and 24 indirect<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Over $1.7 million in tax revenue<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
$6.4 million in gross regional product<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
$15.4 million in output<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
$2.8 million in total compensation<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Are you a farmer growing grain or barley? Are you a business interested in using local grain\/barley? If so, we need your help!<\/strong><\/h4>\n
YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE SURVEY WILL NOT ONLY CONTRIBUTE TO THE SUCCESS OF THE GRAIN CLUSTER, BUT ENSURE THAT IT ALIGNS WITH THE NEEDS AND DESIRES OF THE COMMUNITY.<\/span><\/h5>\n
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TAKE THE SURVEY!<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n