Grants for Farmers

The Farmer Resiliency Mini-Grants program is offered by NOFA-NH to help small-scale certified organic farmers in New Hampshire offset the cost of organic certification. Awards of up to $250 per applicant reimburse a portion of 2025 organic certification fees. Eligible applicants are certified organic New Hampshire farmers with gross farm income of less than $25,000 per year. The program builds on prior successful grant cycles and reflects NOFA-NH's commitment to supporting organic agriculture in the state. The application deadline was February 15, 2026. Farmers must complete the online application to be considered for reimbursement.

NOFA-NH Farmer Resilience Fund Mini-Grant is a grant from the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Hampshire that funds organic farmers in New Hampshire seeking to build climate resilience. The program supports expenses related to healthy soil practices, on-farm climate resilience measures, new supplies and equipment, soil tests, insect prevention, and NRCS organic cost-share practices. Small-scale certified organic farmers with gross income under $25,000 are eligible for up to $250 in organic certification fee reimbursements. The fund also offers emergency and disaster assistance grants. Funding is provided through a donation from Stonyfield Organic and individual donors.

The NOFA-NH Farmer Resilience Fund Mini-Grants are offered by the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Hampshire (NOFA-NH) to support organic and transitioning-to-organic farmers in New Hampshire. The program provides up to $250 per certified organic farmer with gross income under $25,000 to help cover organic certification costs, drawing from a $26,000 total pool. Any New Hampshire farmer may also apply for emergency or disaster relief through the fund. Applicants must be current NOFA-NH members. The application deadline is March 1, 2026. The program supports NOFA-NH's mission to advance organic agriculture and strengthen farm resilience across the state.

Agricultural Innovation Grant Program is a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture that funds farmers, agricultural processors, and technical service providers implementing new technologies, conservation practices, and renewable energy innovations on Pennsylvania farms. The program is funded with $10 million in the 2025-26 state budget. Grants range from $5,000 to $2,000,000, covering project planning, on-site implementation, and regional impact projects. Eligible applicants include farmers with annual sales over $2,000, processors with sales over $10,000, and agricultural service providers. Applications must be submitted through the Single Application for Assistance portal by April 18, 2026.

NYFIC $10,000 Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. NYFIC awards grants for environmentally sustainable innovations using fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State. This includes fiber cultivation and processing, next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing, textile supply chain and infrastructure development, sustainable yarn and textile material development, and sustainable fashion and interior design industry uses. The program aims to strengthen New York-produced materials and industry.

Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This grant program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. It focuses on strengthening New York-produced materials and industry through environmentally sustainable innovations using fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State.

NYFIC $10,000 Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is a grant from the New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC) that funds New York State–based businesses, organizations, and individuals working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. The program supports farmers, researchers, manufacturers, designers, brands, retailers, and educators whose projects contribute to a more sustainable textile industry in New York State. All funded projects must be conducted primarily within New York State. Awards are up to $10,000 per recipient. This biannual grant program runs through 2027, with Round Four opening April 13, 2026, and the application deadline on June 1, 2026. Recipients are announced in the spring following each submission cycle.

Sprouts Growing Healthy Kids Grant is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. Growing Healthy Kids Grants support community-based programs focused on children's nutrition access, nutrition education, and health and wellness. Grants are up to $5,000 and support hands-on programs for children and their families that emphasize nutrition education, physical education, mental wellbeing or nutrition security.

Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation (Round Four) is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This statewide grant program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. Projects should use fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State.

Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. The FMPP funds projects that develop, coordinate, and expand direct producer-to-consumer markets, which can include educational components. While not solely focused on education, projects can incorporate educational initiatives related to healthy eating or agricultural practices.

The Supporting AFR100 Programme - Direct Beneficiary Grants (DBG) scheme is sponsored by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This program aims to strengthen locally led forest and landscape restoration and restoration-based livelihoods and value chains in selected landscapes in Africa, including the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Healthy Food Financing Program (Alabama) is sponsored by Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA). This state-funded program in Alabama provides grants to help businesses and nonprofit organizations with projects that can supply fresh fruits, vegetables, and other grocery items to neighborhoods and communities with limited access to grocery stores. Grants are awarded annually based on competition.

Caribbean Infrastructure Grants is a farm infrastructure funding program from the Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI) supporting agricultural producers in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Grants of up to ,000 are available to individual farmers, ranchers, or cooperatives who have at least three years of farming experience and a minimum of two years operating at their current location. Eligible infrastructure projects may include fencing, irrigation, equipment, and storage improvements that strengthen food production capacity. The program prioritizes food sovereignty and sustainable agriculture in the Caribbean region, helping small-scale producers build resilient farming operations that serve local communities.

Missouri Conservation Crop and Livestock (CRCL) Project - Cover Crop Programs (Rye-Soy) is sponsored by University of Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture. This program provides financial support to Missouri producers for planting cereal rye as a cover crop before soybeans to improve soil health, reduce erosion, and add resilience to farms. It's part of a larger initiative to encourage sustainable farming practices.

Food Safety Outreach Program is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Funds education, training, outreach, and technical assistance projects that help farmers, small processors, and food businesses implement food safety practices and comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act, indirectly supporting secure and safe food supplies[3][4].

Growing Tomorrow Grant is sponsored by Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation. This grant supports innovative agricultural business ideas and projects led by Ohio's next generation of farmers and entrepreneurs. It aims to address challenges facing the agricultural sector and generate a deeper public understanding of farming. Funding is available for efforts focused on agricultural education, environmental stewardship, rural economic opportunities, and solutions that strengthen local communities.

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The primary goal of BFRDP is to help beginning farmers and ranchers in the United States and its territories enter and/or improve their successes in farming, ranching, and management of nonindustrial private forest lands. This is achieved through projects that provide training, education, outreach, and technical assistance.

2026 Electric Farm Equipment Grant (EFEG) program is sponsored by Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA). This program helps Minnesota farmers purchase electric farm equipment to reduce air pollution. It requires a 25% cash match, and funds are provided as reimbursements. Priority is given to projects that replace diesel- and gas-powered farm equipment with electric alternatives.

Expanding Agroforestry Project is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (via Appalachian Sustainable Development and The Nature Conservancy). This program, funded through the USDA's Advancing Markets for Producers initiative, seeks farmers interested in applying agroforestry techniques to their lands. It provides funding and technical assistance for practices such as silvopasture, alley cropping, and windbreaks. The goal is to help farmers get multiple uses out of their land, improve production, and strengthen markets for agroforestry products like nuts, fruits, timber, and livestock. Appalachian Sustainable Development (ASD) is working with The Nature Conservancy to encourage farmers in Southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee to apply for the current cycle.

Expanding Agroforestry Project is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Advancing Markets for Producers initiative. This grant program provides funding and technical assistance to farmers interested in applying agroforestry techniques to their lands. It aims to improve land health, reduce stress on livestock, and strengthen markets for agroforestry products.

Produce Rx Grants (Maryland Department of Health) is sponsored by Maryland Department of Health. These grants will deliver medical nutrition and dietary support through fresh produce prescriptions to individuals with chronic medical conditions, aiming to improve health outcomes and address food insecurity in Maryland's high-poverty communities. While this is a state program in Maryland, it reflects a federal priority for 'Food is Medicine' initiatives.

Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. NRCS co-invests with partners to implement projects that provide solutions to conservation challenges.

Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC). The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners who offer value-added contributions to expand the ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns.

Federal Awarding Agency Name: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Funding Opportunity Title: Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-26-NOFO0001451 Assistance Listing: 10.932, Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Due Date: NRCS must receive proposals by 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 24, 2026. Note: The RCPP AFA and Classic FY 2026 notices of funding opportunity (NOFO) will run concurrently. For information on Classic proposals please see USDA-NRCS-NHQ- RCPP-Classic-26-NOFO0001450. The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand our ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. Through the RCPP, NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that provide solutions to conservation challenges thereby measurably improving the resource concerns they seek to address. RCPP promotes collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and various communities, which is paramount to achieving equity in NRCS programs and services. Partners use this notice to propose projects that improve natural resources in one or more states or focus on priority concerns in NRCS-designated Critical Conservation Areas (CCAs). NRCS works with these partners to plan and carry out projects on farms, ranches and private forest land. Through the program, NRCS can provide funding to support both partners and producers. Proposals are selected through a competitive process based on their impact, the partner’s contributions, and how well the partnership is managed. Up to $310 million is available for RCPP projects through this announcement and the FY 2026 Classic announcement using the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill) funding Working Families Tax Cut Act, Public Law 119-21. Proposals are accepted from all 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and U.S. territories in the Pacific Island Areas (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). Up to $30 million of the total available funding is being made available specifically for NRCS to enter into programmatic partnership agreements with Indian tribes. This set aside will be shared by this announcement and the FY 2026 Classic announcement. RCPP AFAs are intended to reimburse projects led by partners that clearly demonstrate their capacity, resources, and ability to provide technical and financial assistance to benefit conservation implementation. The expectation is that AFA Partners will be ready to implement the project quickly. The 2018 Farm Bill provides the following examples of project types that might be implemented through RCPP AFA: · projects that use innovative approaches to leverage the Federal investment in conservation. · projects that deploy a pay-for-performance conservation approach. Note: Pay for performance is a partner negotiated method used to pay for quantifiable benefits of implemented conservation activities in lieu of reimbursement for practice installation and management activities at NRCS payment rates. · projects that seek large-scale infrastructure investments that generate conservation benefits for agricultural producers and nonindustrial private forest owners. NRCS can make up to 15 AFA awards through this funding opportunity through Farm Bill funding. Submissions: Proposals must be submitted through the RCPP portal. See section E of this announcement for information on using the RCPP portal to submit proposals. Access to the RCPP portal requires a level 2 eAuthentication credential or a Login.gov credential. Obtaining a new Login.gov credential involves multiple steps and can take several days to complete. Instructions are posted on the How to Apply to RCPP web page listed below. For More Information: Applicants must contact the appropriate state conservationists and state RCPP Coordinators prior to submitting a proposal. NRCS will use a state conservationist questionnaire to guide the conversations in alignment with program requirements and state level agency needs. Proposals submitted without the benefit of the lead partner meeting with the state conservationist to discuss how their project can meet agency needs and program requirements through a completed questionnaire risk receiving reduced ranking scores. Without having this meeting potential partners will not be able to answer one or more of the questions within program rules and NRCS needs. A list of state RCPP coordinators (as of the date of this announcement’s posting) is on the How to Apply to RCPP web page. Applicants can also email the RCPP inbox (rcpp@usda.gov) with any questions about the announcement. The RCPP website is also a great source of current information about the program. Interested applicants are encouraged to participate in one or more of the webinars below to learn about the program and how to apply. 2026 RCPP NOFO Applicant Resources This webinar will provide general information for applicants submitting proposals for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Please refer to the RCPP website for more information. Regional Conservation Partnership Program Natural Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov) Ÿ RCPP NOFO Applicant Webinar – June 30, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Ÿ RCPP NOFO Applicant Easement Webinar – July 9, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Information on all webinars will be posted to the How to Apply to RCPP page. Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-26-NOFO0001451. Assistance Listing: 10.932. Funding Instrument: O. Category: AG. Award Amount: $250K – $10M per award.

Federal Awarding Agency Name: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Funding Opportunity Title: Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026. Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-Classic-26-NOFO0001450 Assistance Listing: 10.932, Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Due Date: NRCS must receive proposals by 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 24, 2026. Note: The RCPP Classic and Alternative Funding Arrangement (AFA) FY 2026 notices of funding opportunity (NOFO) will run concurrently. For information on AFA proposals please see Funding Opportunity Number USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-AFA-26-NOFO0001451. The RCPP promotes the coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand our ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. Through the RCPP, NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that provide solutions to conservation challenges thereby measurably improving the resource concerns they seek to address. RCPP promotes collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and various communities, which is paramount to achieving equity in NRCS programs and services. Partners use this notice to propose projects that improve natural resources in one or more states or focus on priority concerns in NRCS-designated Critical Conservation Areas (CCAs). NRCS works with these partners to plan and carry out projects on farms, ranches and private forest land. Through the program, NRCS can provide funding to support both partners and producers. Proposals are selected through a competitive process based on their impact, the partner’s contributions, and how well the partnership is managed. Up to $310 million is available for RCPP projects through this announcement and the FY 2026 AFA announcement using the Working Families Tax Cut Act, Public Law 119-21 funding. Proposals are accepted from all 50 States, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and U.S. territories in the Pacific Island Areas (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). Up to $30 million of the total available funding is being made available specifically for NRCS to enter into programmatic partnership agreements with Indian tribes. This set aside will be shared by this announcement and the FY 2026 AFA. Submissions: Proposals must be submitted through the RCPP portal. See section E of this announcement for information on using the RCPP portal to submit proposals. Access to the RCPP portal requires a level 2 eAuthentication credential or a Login.gov credential. Obtaining a new Login.gov credential involves multiple steps and can take several days to complete. Instructions are posted on the How to Apply to RCPP web page listed below. For More Information: Applicants must contact the appropriate State Conservationists and state RCPP coordinators prior to submitting a proposal. NRCS will use a State Conservationist questionnaire to guide the conversations in alignment with program requirements and state level agency needs. Proposals submitted without the benefit of the lead partner meeting with the State Conservationist to discuss how their project can meet agency needs and program requirements through a completed questionnaire risk receiving reduced ranking scores. Without having this meeting, potential partners will not be able to answer one or more of the questions within program rules and NRCS needs. A list of state RCPP coordinators (as of the date of this announcement’s posting) is on the How to Apply to RCPP page. Applicants can also email the RCPP inbox (rcpp@usda.gov) with any questions about the announcement. The RCPP website is also a great source of current information about the program. Interested applicants are encouraged to participate in one or more of the webinars below to learn about the program and how to apply. 2026 RCPP NOFO Applicant Resources This webinar will provide general information for applicants submitting proposals for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Please refer to the RCPP website for more information. Regional Conservation Partnership Program Natural Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov) Ÿ RCPP NOFO Applicant Webinar – June 30, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d8329fd1-0409-4b9c-9f37-9e184fc7f84e@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Ÿ RCPP NOFO Applicant Easement Webinar – July 9, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/24547ad1-f99e-4161-a3ee-0bad228230c9@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697 Information on all webinars will be posted to the How to Apply to RCPP page. Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-RCPP-CLASSIC-26-NOFO000145. Assistance Listing: 10.932. Funding Instrument: O. Category: AG. Award Amount: $250K – $10M per award.

Harvest to Market Grant is sponsored by New Growth (Heartland Regional Food Business Coalition). This grant supports food and farm businesses in eligible rural counties in Kansas and western Missouri to expand market access, improve processing capacity, strengthen distribution systems, increase storage infrastructure, or invest in marketing and product development.

2026 Dairy Plus Program is sponsored by CA Department of Food and Agriculture. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (OARS) 2026 Dairy Plus Program will award competitive grants to California dairy farms for the implementation of advanced manure management practices that address both methane emissions and nitrogen and salt surplus. The 2026 Dairy Plus Program will make approximately $34 million available to support the implementation of advanced manure management practices. The 2026 Dairy Plus Program will provide supplemental funding opportunities for projects in previous and in-progress Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) and Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), and for projects in the process of implementing a system that is equivalent to approved AMMP and/or DDRDP practices (i.e., AMMP-like and/or DDRDP-like practices). Projects proposing advanced manure management practices must go beyond the usual GHG emission reductions and benefits already provided by the AMMP and DDRDP, and equivalent AMMP and/or DDRDP-like practices: · The maximum grant term will be 12 months initially, with the possibility of 24 months pending extension of contract end date approval from USDA. The start and end dates of the grant agreement are subject to change and contingent on the approval of the CPA 52 (NRCS-CPA-52 Environmental Evaluation Worksheet) for the proposed project, as well as pending extension of contract end date approval from USDA. · Project funding award cap at $750 per cow, for a maximum of $1,250,000 per project. · Grants are paid out on a reimbursement basis following invoice submission by the awardee. Grant funds are subject to state and federal program reimbursement timelines and the availability of program funding. The proposed project must meet the following eligibility requirements for the 2026 Dairy Plus Program: · The project site must be in a commercial California dairy operation. A dairy operation is defined as an entity that operates a dairy herd, which produces milk or cream commercially, and whose bulk milk or bulk cream is received or handled by any distributor, manufacturer, or any nonprofit cooperative association of dairy producers. · California farmers, ranchers, and California Native American Tribes are eligible to apply. Producers receiving grant award funds must be located in California with a physical California business address. · Producers receiving grant award funds must be registered with the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) for the specific farm/tract information for all tracts. Note: One farm per tract is eligible for award. · Only 1 FSA-registered entity is eligible for an award in each solicitation round. If multiple dairy operations under one FSA-registered entity/producer name are selected, only 1 dairy will be awarded. ·Eligible project types can be categorized as: o In-progress or previous AMMP recipient proposing a Dairy Plus Program project. o In-progress or previous DDRDP recipient proposing a Dairy Plus Program project. o In-progress or already operational “AMMP approved practice/AMMP-like” or “DDRDP approved practice/DDRDP-like" system proposing a Dairy Plus Program project. · The recipient and project must adhere to all “Requirements and Limitations,” which include federal requirements specific to the USDA Advancing Markets for Producers program.

Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). EQIP provides financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers and forest landowners to address natural resource concerns, such as improved water and air quality, conserved ground and surface water, increased soil health, reduced soil erosion and sedimentation, impro…

Dairy Farm Improvement and Modernization Grant is sponsored by Northeast Dairy Innovation Center. This grant will fund projects that help dairy farmers improve their operations for long-term success. Eligible projects may modernize outdated systems or introduce innovative solutions to improve farm viability, reduce climate impacts, improve milk quality or value, improve worker conditions, and strengthen the farm's ability to respond to challenges.

Agriculture Enhancement & Diversification Program is sponsored by Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF). This program offers grants and loans to farmers and producers in Oklahoma looking to expand or diversify their agricultural operations. It includes categories for farm diversification, value-added agriculture, and veteran or young farmer projects.

Spark Awards is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service (via Illinois Public Health Institute & Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub). The Spark Awards fund projects that require a short-term infusion of funds for school food system and product improvements, such as capacity-building, planning, and product-testing projects within the Lake Michigan region (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin). The initiative aims to build a resilient food supply chain through innovation and create a food system that develops nutritious foods for schools through industry partnerships.

Agricultural Enhancement Grants - Granting Stream #2 – Fall 2026 Producers, Processors, Farmers is sponsored by Abbotsford Community Foundation (in partnership with the City of Abbotsford). This stream supports projects specific to local farms and food processing facilities in Abbotsford, focusing on new product development, new crops/crop diversification, value-added agricultural innovations, and entrepreneurial farm practices to enhance market growth.

New York Fashion Innovation Center Grant Program is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC) (supported by Empire State Development's NYSTAR). This program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors, with a focus on environmentally sustainable innovations using fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York Stat…

New York Fashion Innovation Center Grant Program is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC) supported by Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology, and Innovation (NYSTAR). This biannual grant program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors.

USDA Innovative Agriculture Micro-grants for Chicago (IAM-Chi) is a grant from the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) with University of Illinois Extension that provides micro-grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 for urban agriculture-related projects in Chicago. Funding supports infrastructure improvements, conservation initiatives, and equipment acquisition for urban producers operating in the city. This program is designed to strengthen the urban food production ecosystem in Chicago by helping small-scale and emerging agricultural operations access resources they need to grow. Applications are accepted through November 30, 2026, giving Chicago-area urban farmers and producers ample time to develop and submit competitive proposals.

Innovative Agriculture Micro-grants for Chicago (IAM-Chi) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency Outreach Office and Illinois FSA Office, in cooperation with with University of Illinois Extension. These grants fund innovative projects to advance urban agriculture in Chicago, supporting conservation practices, infrastructure, on-farm equipment, and supply chain improvements. It is a first-come, first-served competitive basis program.

Southern SARE Farmer/Rancher Grant is a program from the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (USDA) that funds individual farmers, ranchers, and groups of producers in the southern United States to conduct on-farm research and education projects advancing sustainable agriculture practices. Awards of up to $20,000 support producer-led experiments, demonstrations, and outreach that benefit the farming community. Eligible applicants include individual farmers and ranchers or groups of producers across southern states, including Kentucky. Applications are submitted through the SARE Grant Management System following the annual Call for Proposals; the current deadline is December 5, 2026. Proposals are reviewed by regional administrative council committees.

Local Food System Infrastructure Grant is sponsored by Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA). This program supports local food supply chains and market access for Washington farms, ranches, food processors, and food distributors. It funds projects that enhance collaboration across regional food supply chains, including equipment and facilities for post-harvest handling, aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storing, distribution, or sale of Washington grown, caught, and raised food. Previous cycles have funded commercial kitchens and equipment.

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Cooperative Agreement is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). The RFSI program aims to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, and support the development of value-added products. Funds support expanded capacity for aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling, and distribution of locally and regionally produced food products (excluding meat and poultry).

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (administered by South Carolina Department of Agriculture). This program aims to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, and support the development of value-added products. It specifically mentions dairy as an eligible food product.

On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program is a Maryland Department of Agriculture initiative, established by the Maryland legislature, that will award grants to eligible agricultural entities for developing and implementing on-farm organics recycling, compost use, wasted food prevention, and food rescue programs. The program is funded at $250,000 annually through the Governor's budget. Eligible applicants are farmers and agricultural entities operating in Maryland. The program launches beginning July 1, 2028, with annual reporting required from the Department starting December 31, 2028.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). SARE funds farmer-led research, on-farm trials, sustainable production improvements, and education across four US regional programs. It offers flexible support for testing regenerative practices such as improved crop rotations, cover cropping systems, or reduced tillage. SARE grants commonly fund equipment, field trials, soil analysis, and farmer workshops that share results across producer networks.

Announced at COP30 in Belem, Brazil (November 2025), the Gates Foundation pledged $1.4 billion over 2026-2029 to scale farmer-led, evidence-based innovations that help smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia adapt to extreme weather. A significant portion funds digital advisory services -- mobile apps, SMS platforms, and AI-driven tools that deliver planting decisions, weather forecasts, and pest alerts directly to farmers. The related AIM for Scale initiative delivered AI-powered weather forecasts to nearly 40 million farmers across 13 Indian states during the 2025 monsoon season.

Beginning Farmer and Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Farmer Grant Programs is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Offers grants to support beginning farmers and socially and economically disadvantaged farmers in New York State, with funding tiers for small infrastructure improvements, large infrastructure improvements, and land acquisition.

Northern New York Agricultural Development Small Grants Program (NNYADP-SGP) is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (supported by the New York State Legislature). This program funds farmer-driven on-farm research and technical assistance projects in New York's 6 northernmost counties (Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence), with benefits for farmers in the region and statewide.

Increasing Land, Capital and Market Access Program (reinstated portions) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This USDA program funds locally-led projects that help historically underserved farmers and ranchers, including Black, Indigenous, veteran, and immigrant farmers, as well as first-time producers, access land, capital, and markets. A federal court order has reinstated nearly half of the awards after previous cuts.

Farm Labor Housing Loan and Grant program (Section 514/516) is sponsored by USDA Rural Development. This program helps to finance the development, improvement, purchase, or repair of homes for farmworkers through low-cost loans made to farmers and farmers' associations, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies. Funds can also be used to construct day care and other shared facilities or for the purchase of household furnishings.

Urban Agriculture Micro-Grants (Kansas City Metro Area) is sponsored by Cultivate KC and KC Black Urban Growers (funded by Farm Service Agency and T.I.M.E. Inc.). Urban Agriculture Micro-Grants for the Kansas City Metro Area is a grant from Cultivate KC and KC Black Urban Growers, funded by Farm Service Agency and T. I. M. E. Inc. , that funds farmers in the Kansas City metropolitan area to start or expand urban agricultural operations.

Conservation Reserve Program – Transition Incentives Program (CRP-TIP) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). Encourages landowners to sell or lease long-term to beginning or socially-disadvantaged farmers and ranchers willing to implement sustainable practices or transition to organic production by providing two years of additional payments for expiring CRP-enrolled land.

Planet Bee Apiculture Training Program: The Sustainable Honey Path is sponsored by Planet Bee Foundation (in partnership with PA Department of Food and Agriculture). This is a two-year apprenticeship program that provides training in apiculture and honey production. While not a direct 'habitat' grant, it focuses on beekeeping and pollinator health. Individuals can participate as mentees or apply to be mentors. The program aims to provide knowledge, tools, and guidance from local beekeepers and honey producers.

Ten Million Trees Program (Free Native Trees) is sponsored by Ten Million Trees (various PA counties and partners). This program provides free native trees to farmers to help clean water, reduce erosion, and create healthy habitats. The program assists with choosing native tree species, provides access to local tree planting partners, educational programs, and volunteers for maintenance. Many PA counties also offer technical assistance and grant funding for streamside preparation, planting, maintenance, and incentives.

Cultivating Innovation in SC Agribusiness Grant Program is sponsored by South Carolina Research Authority, Wells Fargo Foundation, South Carolina Department of Agriculture, and South Carolina Small Business Development Centers. This program supports small to medium-sized agribusinesses in South Carolina by providing grants, specialized training, and expert mentorship to foster innovation and accelerate growth.

Local Food Microgrant Program is sponsored by Salt Lake City, in partnership with Urban Food Connections of Utah. This program provides funding to local farmers who want to expand their operations with sustainability in mind, focusing on increasing the amount and diversity of sustainably grown produce available to Utahns, especially those receiving SNAP benefits.

Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) - Regenerative Pilot Program is sponsored by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Part of the USDA's Regenerative Pilot Program, CSP provides financial and technical assistance to implement and maintain conservation practices, including regenerative agriculture practices, that improve natural resources and enhance environmental benefits on agricultural lands.

EPA National Innovation Challenge to Help American Farmers Grow Healthy Food with Fewer Chemicals is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This challenge supports practical, cost-effective alternatives to conventional chemical crop desiccation. EPA is interested in solutions that maintain or improve harvest readiness, crop quality, and operational efficiency across various crop systems.

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Water Quality Analysis Cost-Share Program is sponsored by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (through USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant). This program provides reimbursements for analysis of on-farm water inputs for generic E. Coli and General Coliform on South Carolina farms. This can support Hazelwood Farms Dairy LLC's commitment to high-quality agricultural products through responsible livestock stewardship.

SCDA DIY Cold Storage Cost-Share Program is sponsored by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (through USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant). Through funding from the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant, South Carolina farmers can get reimbursed for installing Cool-Bot cooler systems. This could be relevant for Hazelwood Farms Dairy LLC to enhance cold storage for their dairy and other agricultural products.

N.C. Agriculture Innovations & Research (NCAIR) is sponsored by N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The N.C. Agriculture Innovations & Research (NCAIR) program, funded by the North Carolina General Assembly, supports the research and development of agricultural and forestry-based feedstocks for bioenergy production, agribusiness development, and cooperative research for biofuels production. It also includes the New and Emerging Crops Program, which identifies potential new crops and value-added products, and provides agricultural research, marketing support, and grower education. In 2024, the scope expanded to include Innovations to Advance the Agricultural Economy.

South Carolina Agribusiness Loan Fund (SCALF) is sponsored by Catawba Regional Council of Governments. The SC Agribusiness Loan Fund (SCALF) provides loans to family farmers, agribusinesses, and aquaculture companies in 35 counties across South Carolina. These loans can be used for land acquisition, building purchase/expansion, equipment, machinery, refinance, and working capital.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Grant is sponsored by USDA SARE. SARE funds projects that advance sustainable agriculture practices. This includes research and education projects that benefit farmers, ranchers, and processors of all sizes. Small and very small meat, poultry, and egg establishments can participate in SARE-funded projects or apply knowledge generated by SARE to improve the sustainability of their operations.

NYFIC Sustainable Textile Innovation Grants is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). NYFIC offers grants to New York State-based businesses and organizations that are advancing and scaling sustainable textile development. The program supports projects aligned with sustainable fiber cultivation and processing, next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing, textile supply chain and infrastructure development, and sustainable textile applications for fashion and interiors.

State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) Block Grant is sponsored by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). SWEEP encourages farmers to install more efficient irrigation systems that decrease their water consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It funds eligible projects that implement on-farm water irrigation systems that reduce energy use and achieve water savings.

Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) is sponsored by Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission (administered by local Conservation Districts). The Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) supports Pennsylvania farmers and agricultural landowners in protecting and enhancing water quality by providing financial and technical assistance for implementing best management practices (BMPs) on agricultural operations. Funding is distributed to conservation districts to prioritize reducing nutrient and sediment pollution.

Real Farmer Care self-care award is a grant from SEMAP (Southeastern Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership) that funds individual farmers and ranchers with a modest self-care award recognizing the personal sacrifices and mental health challenges faced by agricultural producers. The award provides to support the well-being of farmers who often prioritize their operations over personal care. Eligible applicants are farmers and ranchers in the contiguous United States or territories with at least ,000 in annual farming income who have not previously received this award. The award is designed to acknowledge the human side of farming and encourage recipients to invest in their own well-being. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no stated deadline.

Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is sponsored by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is a voluntary conservation program from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) that funds farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners to plan and implement conservation practices that address natural resource concerns…

Taking Root Program is sponsored by AgTexas Farm Credit. Taking Root is a program for Young, Beginning, and Small (YBS) farmers and ranchers, offering relaxed lending standards, educational resources, business tools, and grants. AgTexas offers five $10,000 grants each year to qualified YBS borrowers. Grant recipients must complete FCU's Ag Biz Planner course and submit a business plan.

Scaling Up Renewable Energy (SURE) Project Grants (Senegal) is sponsored by U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID announced $1.1 million in grants to local solar technology companies and renewable energy developers in Senegal. These grants are intended to increase access to solar solutions, boost the productivity of small businesses in off-grid areas, and enhance livelihoods in rural communities. The funding supports initiatives such as expanding access to solar water pumps for women farmers, supporting solar solutions in agriculture, fisheries, and commercial/industrial ventures, and developing energy-as-a-service models for solar cooling and electric transportation.

Professional Development Program Grant (SARE) is sponsored by Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE) - USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). SARE offers Professional Development Program Grants to agriculture professionals. While the description from the search results does not specifically mention specialty crops, SARE's broader mission is sustainable agriculture, which often includes specialty crop initiatives. Non-profit organizations are listed as eligible for SARE grants generally, and these grants support education and outreach activities for the greater sustainable agriculture community.

Grant programme for Ukrainian veteran growers is sponsored by Ukrainian Veterans Foundation. This program provides grants to entrepreneurs who are combatants in Ukraine, specifically for the development of farms and the purchase of agricultural equipment. The grant can be used for modular structures for product processing, including mini-factories, trailers for craft production, and farm equipment.

Missouri Regional Farm and Food System Grants is a grant program administered by New Growth, a rural development organization supported by the Patterson Family Foundation, that funds farmers and food entrepreneurs in western Missouri to expand regional food system capacity. Up to $1,000,000 in total grants is earmarked for capacity expansion supporting local food production, processing, distribution, and market access. Eligible recipients are farmers, food producers, and entrepreneurs in western Missouri served by New Growth and its network partners. The program is designed to strengthen local food economies and support farm viability in underserved rural communities. No specific application deadline is listed; interested applicants should contact New Growth directly.

Food for Climate Solutions (FCS) Program is sponsored by The Russell Family Foundation (TRFF). This program supports organizations focused on farmland stewardship, enhancing the sustainability of farm businesses, empowering farmers, strengthening regional food system infrastructure, and advancing organic and regenerative farming practices. While not exclusively focused on shelf-life, these efforts contribute to reducing food waste and improving food systems resilience.

Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Program is sponsored by Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (administered through local conservation districts). The Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Program helps farmers in Pennsylvania by providing financial and technical assistance to implement best management practices (BMPs) on agricultural operations in high-priority areas. Funding can cover project design, engineering, planning, construction, installation, equipment, and materials.

FDACS Agriculture Grants (General Programs) is sponsored by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) offers a series of grant programs to support agribusinesses. These grants can cover new equipment, water conservation upgrades, and marketing initiatives for farmers and food producers. Aquaponics businesses, as a form of sustainable agriculture and food production, may be eligible, especially if proposals align with state goals around sustainability, efficiency, and consumer safety. Specialty crop producers and seafood processors are among frequent applicants. Many grants also encourage youth education and food security.

CAP Support for Young Farmers (EU-wide, administered regionally) is sponsored by European Union (Common Agricultural Policy - CAP), administered by national/regional managing authorities (e.g., Marche Region). The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) provides various interventions specifically for young farmers, including complementary income support, investment support, and start-up aid. Each EU country tailors these measures in its CAP Strategic Plan, with the goal of promoting generational renewal in agriculture.

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) (California) is sponsored by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The purpose of the RFSI program is to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, to provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, to support the development of value-added products for consumers, fair prices, fair wages, and new and safe job opportunities.

The USDA Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) – Climate Change Priority Areas is a grant from USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) that funds research, education, and extension activities to address climate variability and its impacts on agriculture and food systems. As the nation's leading competitive grants program for agricultural sciences, AFRI supports work across six Farm Bill priority areas including plant and animal health, food safety, bioenergy and natural resources, agricultural systems and technology, and rural economies. Awards range from $75,000 to $500,000 depending on program component. Eligible applicants include universities, non-profits, research institutions, farmers, ranchers, and forestry operators, with priority for beginning, minority, women, and tribal producers in select components.

California Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions Program (FARMER) is sponsored by California Air Resources Board (CARB) / California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The FARMER program provides funding for agricultural harvesting equipment, heavy-duty trucks, tractors, and other equipment used in agricultural operations. The program aims to reduce emissions by replacing older, higher-emitting equipment with newer, cleaner models.

Pasture and Surface Water Fencing (PSWF) Program is sponsored by Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM). This is a 90% cost-share program that can cover expenses for fencing, pipelines, water source development, laneways, and stream crossings. It aims to improve water quality and is designed for farmers who rotationally graze.

Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) / Maryland Department of Agriculture. CREP is a federal-state partnership program that pays landowners to take environmentally sensitive cropland out of production for 10 to 15 years and plant buffers and other conservation practices that protect water quality and provide wildlife habitat.

Partners for Fish and Wildlife is a grant from the Department of the Interior that funds habitat restoration projects on private lands across the United States. Administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the program provides free technical and financial assistance to landowners, managers, tribes, corporations, schools, and nonprofits interested in improving wildlife habitat. Since 1987, the program has helped more than 25,000 landowners complete over 40,000 projects, restoring more than six million acres of forest, prairie, wetland, and stream habitat. With 220 biologists located in all 50 states and territories, the program focuses on conservation areas including upland forests, wetlands, native prairies, and streams, with priority given to projects benefiting migratory birds and endangered, threatened, or at-risk species. Projects have a minimum duration of 10 years, and participating landowners retain full property rights.

Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE) Grants (Regional Programs) is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). SARE is a competitive grants and education program that advances sustainable agriculture across the country. It is divided into four regions, each with its own grant programs for specific target audiences, including farmers/ranchers, researchers, and educators. Projects address the three Ps of sustainability: Profit, Protection of land and water, and People (communities).

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) in partnership with State Departments of Agriculture. Aims to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, and support the development of value-added products.

Underserved, Beginning, and Military Veteran Farmers Mini-Grant Program is a grant from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture that provides up to $10,000 to support socially disadvantaged, beginning, and military veteran specialty crop farmers in New Jersey. The program helps eligible farmers invest in equipment, infrastructure, and other needs to build sustainable farming operations. Eligible applicants are New Jersey-based specialty crop farmers who identify as socially disadvantaged, are beginning farmers with limited experience, or are military veterans transitioning into agriculture. The program aims to reduce barriers to entry and build long-term viability for underserved agricultural producers.

Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program is sponsored by Connecticut Department of Agriculture (initially federally supported). This program aims to increase access to locally grown, healthy food for those in need while simultaneously supporting the operations of Connecticut farmers and the state's overall agricultural economy. It facilitates the purchase of Connecticut Grown products from local farms for distribution to food-insecure populations. Nonprofits are eligible.

America's Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI) Food Access and Retail Expansion (FARE) Fund is sponsored by Reinvestment Fund (on behalf of USDA Rural Development). HFFI provides grants, loans, and technical assistance to improve access to healthy food in underserved areas, create and preserve quality jobs, and revitalize low-income communities. The FARE Fund specifically provides financial assistance to healthy food retailers and food enterprises to overcome barriers in areas with inequitable access.

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Cooperative Agreement is sponsored by South Carolina Department of Agriculture (in partnership with USDA AMS). The purpose of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program is to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain; to provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses; and to support the development of value-added products for consumers, fai…

Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) Small Farm Grants is sponsored by Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. This program provides grants and loans to small-scale farms and ranches in Oklahoma. Grants are generally for economic development or educational programs and typically do not fund business startups or capital asset purchases.

Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). GusNIP provides competitively awarded grants to nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables by low-income consumers by providing incentives at the point of purchase.

Expanding Agroforestry Project Incentive Payment Program is sponsored by The Nature Conservancy (Project Lead, funded through USDA's Advancing Markets for Producers initiative). This project, led by The Nature Conservancy, aims to establish new agroforestry plantings across 30 states. It provides farmers with region-specific technical assistance and outreach, and delivers direct incentive payments to support tree planting and the expansion of markets for agroforestry products such as nuts, fruits, timber, and silvopasture-raised livestock.

FVI Grant Program 2026 (Research and Education Grant Program) is sponsored by New York Farm Viability Institute. The FVI Grant Program funds applied research and education projects that address real challenges identified by New York farmers, with a mission to create and share knowledge to improve the economic viability of NY's farms.

Local Government Agriculture & Resource-Based Industry Project Cost Share Program is sponsored by Maryland Agricultural and Resource-Based Industry Development Corporation (MARBIDCO). This grant program provides matching funds to local governments and rural regional development councils for rural business development investments. Projects must assist Maryland's farming, forestry, or seafood industries, including potentially agritourism activities, or businesses that produce foodstuffs or other goods that grow in the soil or water, and the packaging and/or value-added processing and marketing of such products. Water and air quality improvement projects that contribute to business sustainability may also be eligible.

Farm Ownership Loans (Direct and Guaranteed) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). FSA offers direct and guaranteed farm ownership loans to family-size farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain commercial credit. These loans can be used to purchase land, livestock, equipment, feed, seed, and supplies, as well as to construct buildings or make farm improvements.

WVFFI Mini Grants is sponsored by West Virginia Forest Farming Initiative. Cost-share mini-grants are available for forest farmers in West Virginia to help with start-up, certification, or expansion costs for their farms. The West Virginia Forest Farming Initiative aims to grow forest farmers through technical assistance, workshops, and mini-grants. Site visits are also available to assess land suitability for forest farming and create management plans for non-timber forest products (NTFPs).

Farm Operating Loans is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). FSA offers direct and guaranteed farm operating loans to family-size farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain commercial credit. These loans can be used to purchase livestock, equipment, feed, seed, and supplies, and to construct buildings or make farm improvements.

Urban Agriculture Micro Grant Program is sponsored by Cultivate KC and KC Black Urban Growers (with funding from Farm Service Agency and T.I.M.E. Inc.). This program provides grants for urban agriculture projects. Funds can be used for equipment that allows for increased production, supplies or tools to improve efficiency, and infrastructure such as packing sheds or greenhouses.

The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Grants program is a grant from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) at the USDA that funds research and education projects advancing sustainable agricultural practices in the United States. SARE supports farmers, ranchers, researchers, extension agents, and other educators working on projects that improve the sustainability of U.S. agricultural systems. Grants are limited to projects within the United States and its island protectorates and cannot be used to start a farm. Eligible applicants include farmers, ranchers, researchers, and educators across the U.S. Award amounts vary by project type and region. Applications are accepted on a rolling, competitive basis with deadlines varying by grant category.

The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), administered by USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), provides financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers to implement conservation practices that address natural resource concerns. The program supports voluntary conservation improvements on farms, ranches, and forest land, including soil health, water quality, air quality, energy efficiency, and wildlife habitat. EQIP offers cost-share payments and incentive payments for adopting eligible conservation practices. Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural producers across the United States are eligible to apply. Applications are accepted at local NRCS offices on a continuous basis, with funding decisions made at the state level based on resource priorities and ranking criteria.

Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) Program is sponsored by Tompkins County, New York (through Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County). Tompkins County launched a pilot PES program in 2022 to provide financial incentives to farmers who adopt practices that enhance ecosystem services, such as improving water quality, soil health, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity.

Farmer-to-Farmer Program for Financial Services in Kenya is sponsored by USAID (implemented by International Executive Service Corps (IESC) in collaboration with Grameen Foundation). This five-year program provides volunteer technical assistance to help individual farmers, as well as micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Kenya access financial services. It matches pro bono experts from the U.

Farmers for Soil Health (FSH) is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and U.S. Department of Agriculture. A 20-state program, including Missouri, that provides financial incentives and technical support to farmers for enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops. The program aims to offset costs and encourage adoption of regenerative techniques.