Organic Farming & Agriculture Grants

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,068 active organic farming & agriculture grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 524 list an award amount, with a median of $16K.

Grants tracked: 1,068; from 537 funders
Median award: $16K; middle half $2,128–$100K
Total listed funding: $136.4M; across 524 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 28; 73 with a published date

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CGF Full Ride Scholarship Grant Colorado Garden Show Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colorado Garden Foundation offers a Full Ride Scholarship for incoming freshmen from Colorado attending a publicly funded college or university. This four-year scholarship covers tuition, fees, room and board, and necessary books.	Not published	Varies
Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program Grants CA Department of Food and Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $1 – $190K The Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program Grants, offered by the CA Department of Food and Agriculture, aim to fund innovative projects targeting the beet leafhopper (BLH).	Not published	$1 – $190K
Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association Scholarship offers an annual award of $2,640 to graduating seniors from select counties pursuing full-time enrollment in accredited colleges.	Not published	$3K
Marketing Investment Cost-Share Program Grant Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Marketing Investment Cost-Share Program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, provides up to $300,000 in funding for Minnesota-based food, beverage, or pet food companies.	Not published	Up to $3K
NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants aim to fund projects that preserve agricultural, horticultural, and forestlands, ensuring the sustainability of family farms.	Not published	Up to $500K
F.A.R.M.S. to Food Bank Program Family Agriculture Resource Management Services · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Farm Transition Grant: Innovation and Diversification Grant Connecticut Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Farm Transition Grant, managed by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, offers matching funds to Connecticut farmers and agricultural cooperatives to diversify operations and transition to value-added production.	Not published	Up to $50K
DE Forest Legacy Program (FLP) Grant Delaware Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The DE Forest Legacy Program (FLP), funded by the U.S. Forest Service, aims to safeguard working forestlands from development through conservation easements or outright purchases.	Not published	Varies
Category 5 - Statewide Agriculture Education Organization Grant Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Category 5 - Statewide Agriculture Education Organization Grant, administered by Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC), provides funding up to $2,000 for projects that enhance agricultural education for Pre K – 12th grade students.	Not published	Up to $2K
Bark Beetle Mitigation Fund Grant Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bark Beetle Mitigation Fund Grant aims to support family forestland owners in Oregon by providing financial assistance for prevention and restoration projects related to bark beetle infestations.	Not published	Varies
Arthur B. and Louise Eager Ward Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arthur B. and Louise Eager Ward Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports Montana high school graduates pursuing undergraduate studies in agriculture or environmental sciences.	Not published	Varies
Otto and Clara Knerr Scholarship Convoy Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
Oak Woodlands Conservation Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Oak Woodlands Conservation Program offers landowners, conservation organizations, cities and counties, an opportunity to obtain funding for projects designed to conserve and restore California's oak woodlands.	Not published	Varies
Dairy Promotion Grant for Farmers New England Dairy and Food Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K New England Dairy's dairy promotion grant program supports activities that improve public perception of dairy farming and/or increase consumption of local dairy products. Grants support grassroots dairy education efforts in communities.	Not published	Up to $2K
AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, promotes urban youth agricultural education and community development in urban areas.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Oregon Chapter Scholarship American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pinal 40 Scholarship Program Pinal 40 Inc · Foundation Not published · From $2K Pinal 40 has raised over $500,000 in scholarships.	Not published	From $2K
Barbara Grueneberg Memorial Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Barbara Grueneberg Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports high school students enrolled in agriculture classes and members of FFA for a minimum of three years.	Not published	Up to $2K
WAEF Scholarships - Borton & Son Grant Washington Apple Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WAEF Scholarships, supported by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, provide over $1 million in awards this year to more than 300 students.	Not published	Varies
Category II Scholarship Black Hills Stock Show Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Part of the Western Legacy Foundation's scholarship program dedicated to supporting agricultural youth in higher education and organizations, programs, and projects that enhance services and education to the rural community.	Not published	$2K
New Hampshire Conservation Grant Program New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The New Hampshire Conservation Grant Program, managed by the State Conservation Committee, provides competitive grants for projects aimed at protecting and enhancing the state's natural resources.	Not published	Up to $35K
Feedyard Camp (Junior Fed Beef Career & Leadership Program) Texas Cattle Feeders Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A four-day intensive program designed for incoming high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in the beef industry.	Not published	Varies
HRBT Foundation Grants HRBT Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The HRBT Foundation offers grants to support various community-focused projects, emphasizing areas like health care, education, and environmental protection.	Not published	Varies
Montana Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) Program Montana Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $25K The Montana Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) Program aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Montana, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture.	Not published	$25K

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About agriculture grants

Agriculture grants fund farming, conservation, research, and food systems work, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and conservation-minded production. The USDA is the dominant funder through agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE). Farmers, ranchers, nonprofits, universities, and tribes are common applicants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do organic farming & agriculture grants award?

Of the 1,068 organic farming & agriculture grants Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 524 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $16K, and the middle half fall between $2,128 and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most organic farming & agriculture grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Montana State University (48), Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) (26), Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (11), New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (11), and DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture (10). In all, 537 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are organic farming & agriculture grants due?

Of 1,068 grants listed, 28 accept applications on a rolling basis, 73 have a published upcoming deadline, 176 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 791 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 55% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for agriculture?

Funding supports conservation practices, sustainable and regenerative agriculture, research and education, urban agriculture, and food systems. USDA/NRCS offers tools like Conservation Innovation Grants, and programs such as SARE fund farmer-driven research. Many programs prioritize conservation outcomes and serving historically underserved producers.

Does the USDA fund agriculture projects?

Yes. The USDA is the primary funder of agricultural grants, working through the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and the SARE program, among others. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation also funds adoption of regenerative agriculture and conservation practices on private working lands. Eligibility varies widely by program.

Can nonprofits and farmers both apply for ag grants?

Yes. Many USDA programs are open to farmers and ranchers, while others target nonprofits, universities, tribes, and government agencies, and some encourage partnerships among them. Reviewing each program's eligibility carefully matters, since a grant aimed at producers differs from one aimed at organizations serving them. Partnerships can broaden access to programs an applicant could not pursue alone.

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