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The Utah Agricultural Water Optimization Program is a grant from the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food that funds water efficiency improvements on Utah farms and within irrigation and canal systems. Awards of up to $1,000,000 are available for irrigation or canal companies, and up to $500,000 for individual farms. All projects must include real-time metering and a minimum 10% out-of-pocket contribution from the applicant.
Eligible applicants include Utah agricultural producers, farms, irrigation and canal companies, and nonprofits partnering with producers. The program aims to reduce water consumption while maintaining agricultural productivity across the state.
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Click here to apply. To help agricultural producers optimize their water use to create water resiliency in Utah. The Agricultural Water Optimization Program improves the use of water resources and maintains viable agriculture without increasing depletions through innovative agricultural practices and the funding of new and updated infrastructure.
To access the Agricultural Water Optimization Program’s full Strategic Plan, please click here . FY 26 Irrigation Company Ranking Sheets FY 26 On-Farm Funding Criteria Sheet FY 26 On-Farm Ranking Sheets FY 26 Irrigation Company Criteria Sheet Click each image below to learn more. For general inquiries, please email: UDAF-wateroptimization@utah.
gov . Note: Grant funds may be considered taxable income. Please consult a tax professional with any questions.
This entry was last updated on February 9, 2026 . Taylorsville, UT 84129-2128 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6500 Utah. gov Accessibility Policy
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Utah agricultural producers, farms, and irrigation/canal companies; nonprofits eligible if partnering with producers. All projects require real-time metering and a minimum 10% out-of-pocket contribution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,000,000 for irrigation/canal companies; up to $500,000 for farms. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Utah Agricultural Water Optimization Program is funded by Utah Department of Agriculture and Food. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Utah. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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