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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AZ Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) Arizona Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The AZ Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops grown in the U.S. or its territories.	Not published	Up to $100K
Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP) / Ag Labor Program Thurston County Economic Development COU · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Ag Labor Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the workforce in Thurston County's agricultural sector through recruiting, developing, and subsidizing employee wages.	Not published	Up to $20K
Arizona Iceberg Lettuce Research Council (AILRC) Grant Arizona Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arizona Iceberg Lettuce Research Council (AILRC) Grant supports Arizona iceberg lettuce producers by providing funding for research that identifies solutions to production issues.	Not published	Varies
Decatur County Purdue Ag Alumni Association Award Grant Decatur County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Decatur County Purdue Ag Alumni Association Award is dedicated to supporting local students pursuing agriculture studies at Purdue University.	Not published	Varies
Native Farmers in Residence Program New Mexico Community Capital · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
NCR-SARE: Professional Development Program Grant North Central Region SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The NCR-SARE Professional Development Program Grant supports agricultural educators through competitive grants aimed at enhancing training in sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $120K
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Grants Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo offers grants to Texas-based 501(c)(3) charities and accredited educational institutions.	Not published	Varies
Mat-Su Health Foundation Coronavirus Prevention and Response Grant - Alaska Tilth Program Alaska Pacific University · Foundation Not published · $50K Grant funded the expansion of the Alaska Tilth program, a collaborative partnership between: Over five years, Alaska Tilth distributed over 8,000 pounds of food reaching well over 1,000 individuals through: Publicly available report with…	Not published	$50K
Poultry Federation Scholarship Grant Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation’s scholarships are for Arkansas students pursuing education at two- or four-year colleges or universities, vocational schools or technical training programs. Each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Alabama Poultry Foundation Allied Industry Scholarship - Wallace State Community College Dothan Alabama Poultry & Egg Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Providing scholarships for students enrolled in the Agricultural Production Program or subsequent Poultry Science Program at Wallace Community College Dothan who intend to transfer to Auburn University.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Community Grant- Environment ( Fall cycle) Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K RESULT: All communities have equitable access to our earth’s critical resources: land, water, air and food for a sustainable and healthy ecosystem We will support requests that address climate change through efforts to: Protect or improve…	Not published	$5K – $20K
NASGA Research Grants North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The NASGA Research Grants aim to enhance strawberry production sustainability in North America by addressing critical research priorities, including cultivar development, pest management, and production efficiency.	Not published	Up to $15K
NAAF Grant - General Native American Agriculture Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies About the Native American Agricultural Fund The Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) is a private, charitable trust serving Native farmers and ranchers through strategic grantmaking in the areas of business assistance, agricultural…	Not published	Varies
Migrant Housing Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program Technical Assistance (CREP-TA) Grants Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · $40K – $130K The Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program Technical Assistance (CREP-TA) Grants, offered by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB), aim to support local implementation of the CREP.	Not published	$40K – $130K
Malouf and Iris Abraham Scholarship, OPSU Agriculture Grant Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Malouf and Iris Abraham Scholarship, offered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors from specific counties in the Texas Panhandle who plan to attend Oklahoma Panhandle State University.	Not published	Varies
Foundation Seed Program Research Grant State of Nevada Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies The Foundation Seed Program Research Grant, administered by the State of Nevada Department of Agriculture, aims to enhance the availability of locally adapted native seeds for restoration projects.	Not published	Varies
Gene Wiles Memorial Award Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Wiles Memorial Award honors the legacy of Gene Wiles by providing annual grants to support young adults (ages 16-21) from Washington County, Maryland, pursuing agricultural projects.	Not published	Varies
Virginia Food Access Investment Fund (VFAIF) Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Environmental Conservation: Conservation and Financial Markets Initiative Grants Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $8M The Gordon E. And Betty I. Moore Foundation offers grants to support innovative projects that address environmental conservation, specifically in the financial markets and high-impact food commodities.	Not published	$100K – $8M
Dorrance Family Foundation: Local Grantmaking Dorrance Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dorrance Family Foundation focuses on enhancing community quality of life through education and conservation initiatives.	Not published	Varies
First Security Bank of Belgrade Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Security Bank of Belgrade Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree in the College of Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Maryland Grain Production Scholarship Grant Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board offers two $1,000 scholarships for students studying agriculture at any secondary education institution.	Not published	Up to $1K
USDA Pilot Program - Hub on the Hill Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $95K U.S. Department of Agriculture pilot program grant for establishing a food hub facility for processing and distribution of wholesale products from local foods.	Not published	$95K

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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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