Pennsylvania Agriculture Grants

This program provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania farmers for implementing practices that reduce nutrient and sediment runoff, improve soil health, and protect water quality.

This program provides funding for research aimed at improving peach and nectarine production for Pennsylvania growers who cultivate 500 or more trees for sale.

This program provides funding for potato farmers in Pennsylvania who cultivate five or more acres, supporting research to improve potato production and address challenges like Verticillium wilt.

This program provides financial support to Pennsylvania farmers for professional planning services that enhance farm sustainability, business continuity, and strategic growth.

This program provides funding to Pennsylvania vegetable producers for marketing and research initiatives to improve vegetable cultivation and sales.

This program provides financial assistance to certified agricultural fairs in Pennsylvania to help cover operational costs and premium awards for exhibitors, promoting agricultural education and community engagement.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist small- and mid-sized farms and agribusinesses in Pennsylvania by providing resources for workforce development and improved human resources practices to ensure their long-term success and stability.

This program provides financial support to county-level FFA organizations in Pennsylvania to help cover expenses related to leadership development and agricultural education activities for youth.

This program provides financial support to county-level 4-H organizations in Pennsylvania to help cover operational and program costs that promote youth leadership and agricultural education.

This program provides financial support to statewide agricultural organizations in Pennsylvania to help cover costs associated with promoting agriculture and agribusiness through events and initiatives.

This program provides financial and technical support to Pennsylvania farmers for implementing conservation practices that improve water quality and sustainability in agriculture.

This program provides up to $1 million annually to promote and support the growth of Pennsylvania's malt and brewed beverage industries through marketing, research, and training initiatives.

This program provides funding to support marketing and research initiatives that enhance wine production and promote the Pennsylvania wine industry.

This program provides funding to dairy processors in the Northeast to modernize their operations by acquiring specialized equipment that improves efficiency, product quality, and sustainability.

This grant provides funding to qualified faculty members at select Pennsylvania institutions for research projects that address critical issues in rural communities, focusing on economic development, health and wellness, and agriculture and the environment.

This program provides financial support to young, new, and small-scale farmers to enhance their operations and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Notice of Funding Opportunity SummaryNRCS is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities (Section C) for projects carried out in the state of Pennsylvania. A total of up to $225,000 is available for the Pennsylvania CIG competition in FY 2024. All non-Foreign, non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2024 is $75,000.For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Completing all steps required to start an application can take a significant amount of time, plan accordingly.Key DatesApplicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 31, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specificinformation contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.A webinar for CIG applicants is scheduled for June 12, 2024 at 9am Eastern Standard Time. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the PA CSP website. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Pennsylvania State CIG website to learn more about the CIG program.The agency anticipates making selections by August 31, 2024 and expects to execute awards by September 30, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

This funding opportunity supports projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution in Pennsylvania's watersheds, particularly in Environmental Justice Areas, by improving water quality through initiatives like agricultural runoff control and urban stormwater management.

This grant provides funding to dairy processors, associations, packaging manufacturers, and educational institutions in the Northeast to support innovative projects that improve processing and packaging in the dairy industry.

This program provides funding to public entities in Pennsylvania for the development and improvement of public fishing and boating access facilities.