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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2026 Native Food Sovereignty Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K About First Nations Development Institute & Native Agriculture and Food Systems Investments The Native Agriculture and Food Systems Investments program is a cornerstone of First Nations’ efforts to advance food sovereignty and security…	Not published	$10K – $40K
Bob and Debra Thomas Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bob and Debra Thomas Scholarship at Montana State University supports students in the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship who demonstrate financial need.	Not published	Varies
Earl and Pauline Webb Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Earl and Pauline Webb Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports undergraduate students pursuing degrees in Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
CCCF: Common Ground Program - Sustainable Agriculture - Conservation Easement & Acquisition Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $500K The CCCF Common Ground Program offers Sustainable Agriculture grants focused on conservation easements and land acquisition. It aims to enhance forest health, support agricultural viability, and manage outdoor recreation impacts.	Not published	$5K – $500K
CAPCOA Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program (Moyer RAP) California Air Pollution Control Officers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program provides monetary grants (up to $100,000/grant) to individuals, private companies, and public agencies to reduce heavy-duty engine emissions; administered by local air districts.	Not published	Up to $100K
IFT: Seeding the Future Grand Prizes Institute of Food Technologists · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Challenge is intended for initiatives where at least some experiments already have been conducted to develop prototypes or have shown initial proof of concept, demonstrating feasibility.	Not published	Varies
Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program Grant CA Department of Food and Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $55K The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program aims to fund research and education initiatives that improve control measures for vertebrate pests impacting California's agriculture, infrastructure, and public welfare.	Not published	Up to $55K
Nature Conservation Grants: Agriculture The Turing Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Turing Foundation focuses on enhancing sustainable practices in agriculture and nature conservation, specifically targeting the protection and sustainable management of marine ecosystems in developing countries.	Not published	Varies
SWED Ag Grant Fund Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The SWED Ag Grant Fund is capitalized through a partnership between Wicomico County, PNC Bank, and the Maryland Agricultural & Resource Based Industry Development Corporation (MARBIDCO) through MARBIDCO's Local Government Agriculture &…	Not published	Varies
Institute of Applied Agriculture (IAA) University of Maryland, College Park · State Not published · Varies The IAA provides students with the entrepreneurial and technical skills needed to manage profitable agricultural enterprises, including golf courses, sports fields, horticulture businesses, landscaping companies, and sustainable farming…	Not published	Varies
Ag Workforce Development Program (AWDP) Dept of Agriculture Grants · State Not published · Varies Provides funding to Colorado farms, ranches, and agricultural businesses to offer paid, hands-on training internships to help interns start careers in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Elmer G Biddick Charitable Foundation Grant Elmer Biddick Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elmer G Biddick Charitable Foundation Grant supports organizations in Iowa and Grant Counties, Wisconsin, focusing on enhancing community welfare.	Not published	Varies
Our Valley Our Future Innovation in Agriculture Award Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland · Foundation Not published · Varies This award recognizes farmers who are implementing innovative agricultural practices and business models that could serve as models for the broader farming community.	Not published	Varies
Wyoming Chapter Scholarship American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PA Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The PA Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program aims to support the development and expansion of very small meat and poultry processing operations in Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $100K
Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) - USDA Cooperative Development Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K	Not published	$200K
Northeast SARE: Farmer Grant Program Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Northeast SARE: Farmer Grant Program supports innovative sustainable agriculture projects by providing funding to farmers.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Harry Cockrum Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry Cockrum Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree from the College of Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Equity Fund - Permanent Endowment Pool Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conservation Equity Fund, established by the Berks County Community Foundation, aims to protect and conserve open spaces, environmentally sensitive lands, and historic properties across Berks County, including farmland.	Not published	Varies
ARF Competitive Grants Program Agricultural Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The ARF Competitive Grants Program aims to enhance Oregon's agricultural productivity and resource management through research funding at Oregon State University.	Not published	Up to $15K
Mendocino Agricultural Families’ Scholarship Fund (Winegrowers’ Scholarship Fund) Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mendocino Agricultural Families’ Scholarship Fund, established by the Mendocino Winegrowers Alliance and the Savings Bank of Mendocino County, aims to support local students from agricultural families pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
AGR Alfalfa Research & Market Development Program Grant Montana Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Alfalfa Seed Research & Market Development Grant aims to enhance the alfalfa seed industry in Montana through innovative research and development.	Not published	Up to $40K
Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship Grant Horticultural Research Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship, established in 1988 by the Bigelow family, supports New England students pursuing careers in horticulture.	Not published	$5K
Missouri Beef Days Charitable Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Missouri Beef Days Charitable Scholarship Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, offers a $1,000 scholarship for students pursuing degrees in agricultural fields.	Not published	$1K

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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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