Organic Farming & Agriculture Grants

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,068 active organic farming & agriculture grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Center for Poultry and Livestock Excellence (CPLE) Research Funding - FY 2025/2026 Pennsylvania Center for Poultry and Livestock Excellence · Foundation ~December · $900K	~December	$900K
Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K Assist farmers and landowners in the design and installation of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) that reduce or prevent nutrient and sediment losses from farms and improve water quality and soil health across Pennsylvania.	Rolling	Up to $500K
Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $150K – $2.5M TCRGP focuses on development of research capacity at Tribal colleges, specifically in agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	$150K – $2.5M
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $10K – $650K The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	$10K – $650K
Seed Project Foundation General Grants Harvest Seed Project Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies Annual grant program administered by the Seed Project Foundation to support North Texas schools and nonprofits that embrace sustainability and align with the foundation's mission of creating a more sustainable future.	~December	Varies
Velma Clark Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award Maryland Agricultural Education · Foundation ~December · $500 Recognize a Maryland K-8 teacher for excellent job in incorporating agriculture into core curriculum.	~December	$500
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $10K – $10M The AFRI Foundational and Applied Science Program supports grants in six AFRI priority areas to advance knowledge in both fundamental and applied sciences important to agriculture.	Dec 31, 2026	$10K – $10M
Jerry Minore Scholarship (BASF Wheat Scholarship) National Association of Wheat Growers Foundation · Foundation ~December · $3K – $5K Honors the legacy of Jerry Minore, a BASF Senior Market Manager and liaison to the wheat industry who passed away in 2012. BASF has partnered with the National Wheat Foundation since his death to fund scholarships in his honor.	~December	$3K – $5K
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program - Education and Workforce Development Department of Agriculture · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies This program focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	Varies
DFA Cares Foundation Student Scholarship Program Dfacares Foundation · Foundation ~January · $86K The DFA Cares Foundation Student Scholarship Program supports students pursuing careers in food and agriculture industries.	~January	$86K
Farmer and Backyard Grower Grants - Farmer Grant Martha's Vineyard Agricultural · Foundation ~January · $1K – $5K The Farmer and Backyard Grower Grants are project-based grant awards administered by the Agricultural Society and funded by Slough Farm. The call for applicants is typically posted in late winter with award notifications by early spring.	~January	$1K – $5K
Sky High Farm Grants Program Sky High Farm Inc · Foundation ~January · $2K – $30K Applications will be prioritized for those who identify as:	~January	$2K – $30K
Mini-Grant Rooted in Wyoming · Foundation ~January · Up to $1K Rooted in Wyoming offers matching mini-grants to support educational gardens, community gardens, and local food development projects across the state of Wyoming.	~January	Up to $1K
MGGA Scholarship Program - $5,000 Level Montana Grain Growers Association · Foundation ~February · $5K MGGA is a commodity-specific organization representing Montana wheat and barley growers. The association has been advocating for Montana grain producers for over 60 years.	~February	$5K
Green Pastures Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · $1K – $3K The Green Pastures Fund Grant, established in 1999 by an anonymous donor at the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports small community-based agricultural projects.	Feb 15, 2027	$1K – $3K
Clif Family Foundation Open Call Grant Clif Family Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $5K – $50K The Clif Family Foundation Open Call invites 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for grants supporting general operating costs or specific projects.	Mar 1, 2027	$5K – $50K
Agricultural Scholarship Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce · Foundation ~March · $750 – $2K This scholarship is awarded by the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Committee for students pursuing careers in agriculture.	~March	$750 – $2K
Don Halcomb Memorial Scholarship for Community Leadership Through Agriculture Kentucky Small Grain Growers Association Inc · Foundation ~March · $2K This scholarship honors Don Halcomb's legacy of agricultural leadership and community service.	~March	$2K
WRCA Foundation Scholarships Working Ranch Cowboys Association · Foundation ~March · $2K – $8K The WRCA Foundation annually awards scholarships to young people from ranching families or those pursuing ranching as a career. In 2017, 42 scholars received $57,000 total.	~March	$2K – $8K
Garden Club of Honolulu Project Grants The Garden Club of Honolulu · Foundation ~March · $2K – $10K	~March	$2K – $10K
Ag Day Scholarship Wharton County Youth Fair · Foundation ~March · Varies Agricultural education scholarship opportunity for qualifying students This is a separate scholarship opportunity administered by the Wharton County Youth Fair Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.	~March	Varies
FIRE Immersion (Farming In Relationship to Earth) Soul Fire Farm Institute Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Designed to help beginner and intermediate growers of Black, Indigenous, and Latine heritage gain basic skills in regenerative farming in a culturally relevant, supportive, and joyful environment.	~March	Varies
Eric Rozendaal Memorial Award Vermont Land Trust Inc · Foundation ~March · $5K Honors the legacy of Eric Rozendaal, a thoughtful, creative, and entrepreneurial farmer who was a pioneer of Vermont's local food movement.	~March	$5K
IFANCA Scholarships Through Chicagoland Food Science Foundation Islamic Food & Nutrition Council of America · Foundation ~March · $500 – $5K IFANCA is a not-for-profit organization committed to promoting halal food and nutrition since 1982. The organization partners with the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation (CFSF) to support the next generation of food service professionals.	~March	$500 – $5K

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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 8, 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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