Agriculture Grants

This funding opportunity is designed to assist farmers in 14 designated counties of Upper East Tennessee who have suffered damages or losses due to Tropical Storm Helene, enabling them to recover and rebuild their operations.

This funding opportunity supports Tribal and Native-controlled initiatives that promote self-determination in food systems, focusing on community empowerment, cultural heritage, and intergenerational knowledge.

This program provides financial support to small and mid-sized farms in Ulster County, New York, to enhance their economic viability, energy efficiency, and climate resilience.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local businesses and organizations in Logan County to develop projects that enhance tourism infrastructure and improve the visitor experience.

The FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Program 2025, managed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, is designed to increase access to fresh, locally grown foods for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants. The program achieves this by subsidizing the cost of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares, connecting SNAP recipients directly with New York State farmers and supporting local food systems. Through this grant opportunity, eligible organizations can apply for funds to partially subsidize the purchase of CSA shares by SNAP recipients. The program promotes both traditional and modern CSA models, including food box programs, and requires that supported CSA shares be comprised of SNAP-eligible food products from New York State producers. The overarching objectives include expanding access to fresh food, supporting New York’s agricultural producers, and fostering relationships between SNAP participants and local food providers. A total of $250,000 is available under this funding round, with awards ranging between $25,000 and $50,000. Funds will be awarded on a rolling basis until they are fully allocated or the final submission deadline is reached. Contracts will be issued following full application review and execution, with awards reimbursed post-expenditure. An advance of up to 25% may be requested, and 10% of the total grant amount will be withheld until submission and acceptance of the final report. Applicants must be not-for-profit organizations, Indian tribal organizations, public educational institutions, or local or municipal governments. Community-led groups may apply with an eligible fiscal sponsor. All applicants must be registered and prequalified through the Statewide Financial System (SFS) before applying. For-profit entities and individuals are not eligible to apply. Eligible expenses include direct subsidies to CSA producers (up to 50% of share costs for SNAP buyers), along with administrative costs not exceeding 30% of the total award. Allowable uses include transportation of food, lease or rent of vehicles, relevant equipment and supplies under $5,000, and staff salaries directly tied to project activities. Costs such as construction, indirect costs, general-purpose equipment over $5,000, and items already supported by other federal or state funds are not eligible. Applications must be submitted online via the SFS Grants Management System by 3:00 p.m. on July 22, 2025. Questions about the program must be submitted by July 8, 2025, and answers will be posted weekly on the Department's website starting March 27, 2025. The grant term will run from February 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. For more information or to submit questions, applicants may contact Alison Nickford at the Department of Agriculture and Markets via email at farmersmarkets@agriculture.ny.gov or by fax at (518) 457-8398.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community colleges in Maryland to support projects that address economic, agricultural, and community development challenges in rural areas.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maryland that aim to improve healthcare access and outcomes for underserved rural populations through various health initiatives and programs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, community colleges, and regional partners working to improve economic development, infrastructure, and quality of life in rural Maryland communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions to improve the infrastructure and sustainability of farmers' markets in New York State.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community colleges in Maryland to strengthen rural communities through projects focused on economic growth, workforce development, and agricultural education.

This program provides funding for research and educational projects aimed at improving methods to control vertebrate pests that threaten California's agriculture, environment, and public safety.

This program provides funding to charitable organizations in Virginia to purchase and distribute locally grown agricultural products, helping to combat food insecurity in the community.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and mid-sized U.S. farms and ranches facing economic challenges due to natural disasters or market disruptions, helping them enhance resilience and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

This award recognizes and honors women worldwide who are making significant contributions to agriculture, agribusiness, education, technology, and research, providing them with a platform to share their achievements and inspire others.

This grant provides funding to individuals, farmers, businesses, and organizations in Minnesota to enhance production capacity and market access for value-added agricultural products, with a focus on improving food safety and hemp fiber processing.

This grant provides financial support to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Minnesota to start, modernize, or expand processing operations for meat, poultry, eggs, and milk, with a focus on increasing sales and market access for locally raised livestock products.

This program provides funding to support the restoration and enhancement of wetland habitats in California, benefiting wildlife areas and nesting bird habitats on both public and private lands.

This funding opportunity supports economic development projects in North Carolina, particularly for government entities and nonprofits working to benefit rural and economically distressed communities through job creation, workforce training, and infrastructure development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and governmental institutions in Uruguay and the U.S. to implement projects that strengthen economic development, democracy, and security, fostering collaboration between American and Uruguayan entities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, Tribal governments, and Native Community Development Financial Institutions dedicated to improving the success of Native farmers and ranchers across the U.S. and its territories.