# Chesapeake Bay Blue Catfish Purchasing (10.196)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/10-196-chesapeake-bay-blue-catfish-purchasing/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

Chesapeake Bay Blue Catfish Purchasing is run by Department of Agriculture. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $2.0 million in 1 grants, about $2.0 million per award.

## Objectives

Support regional processors, remove invasive catfish from the Chesapeake Bay, and provide nutritious protein to families in need through food banks and other food distributors.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 1 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Department of Agriculture | Maryland | $2.0 million |