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Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission (SCC) / Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Program provides financial assistance through grants, loans, and tax credits to farmers in Pennsylvania for implementing best farming methods in important areas.
This includes projects focused on conservation practices, which can indirectly support pollinator habitat. Priority is given to applications in specific Chesapeake Bay Watershed counties. Farmers can apply through their local county conservation district.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farmers and agricultural landowners within certain counties of the Pennsylvania portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Applicants must apply through their county conservation district. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $250,000 (reimbursement-based), also small grants for projects under $25,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Program is funded by Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission (SCC) / Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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