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 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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Food and Farm Communications Fund: Wildseed Grants Food and Farm Communications Fund · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Food and Farm Communications Fund's Wildseed Grants program supports grassroots organizations in the U.S. that aim to bring transformative change to food and agricultural systems.	Not published	$20K – $50K
OK Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Cost-Share Grant Program Oklahoma Forestry Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The OK Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Cost-Share Grant Program aims to assist landowners in eastern Oklahoma in managing their pine forests, particularly those at risk from the Southern Pine Beetle (SPB).	Not published	Up to $10K
David W. Moore Memorial Scholarship Grant Stanislaus Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Easily learn more about the David W. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 16 Mar 2027. Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals.	Not published	$3K
Colin and Sally Rowell Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colin and Sally Rowell Memorial Scholarship Fund, managed by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, offers financial assistance to graduating seniors from Butler County, KS high schools pursuing higher education or vocational…	Not published	Varies
Hilger Ranch Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hilger Ranch Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports Montana residents pursuing degrees in animal husbandry or related fields within the Department of Animal and Range Sciences.	Not published	Varies
Farmers Market Promotion Program (Market-Ready Mason) Economic Development Council of Mason County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
HICAHS Emerging Issues Grants High Plains Intermountain Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (HICAHS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The HICAHS Emerging Issues Grants support innovative research addressing urgent agricultural health and safety concerns.	Not published	Varies
Municipal Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Municipal Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning Grant, provided by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, supports municipalities in creating and updating agricultural protection plans.	Not published	Up to $25K
Conservation District- Project and Planning Grants Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation provides Conservation District Grants to empower local conservation efforts.	Not published	Up to $50K
Dave and Lori Hermes Memorial Scholarship Grant Erie County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dave and Lori Hermes Memorial Scholarship, established in 2008 in memory of a respected Erie County farmer, supports graduating seniors from Erie County, Ohio, who exhibit financial need and have an agricultural background.	Not published	Varies
Farmland Forever Fund Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to help pay for transaction costs incurred when working farms are conserved	Not published	Varies
WAEF Scholarships - Joe & Ann Hall Education Fund Grant Washington Apple Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The WAEF Scholarships, including the Joe & Ann Hall Education Fund, support over 300 students in pursuing higher education through more than $1 million in scholarships.	Not published	$3K
Farm Readiness Grant Program Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Farm Readiness Grant Program provides reimbursement funding for installation-ready capital improvements that help Massachusetts farms maintain and modernize core infrastructure within their existing footprint.	Not published	Up to $50K
National Cattlemen’s Foundation: W.D. Farr Scholarship Grant National Cattlemen's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The National Cattlemen's Foundation awards the W.D. Farr Scholarship, honoring the legacy of W.D. Farr, a pioneer in agriculture and ranching.	Not published	$15K
USPOULTRY Research Grants: Comprehensive Research Program Competition U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) · Foundation Not published · Varies The USPOULTRY Research Grants program, sponsored by the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association, aims to enhance the poultry industry through comprehensive research funding.	Not published	Varies
Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate Grant Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate Grant Program by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture aims to enhance tractor safety by subsidizing the cost of ROPS equipment.	Not published	Up to $500
Freshman Winner's Circle Scholarships Grant Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement · Foundation Not published · Varies The Freshman Winner's Circle Scholarships, established by the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement, aim to support high school students graduating in Spring 2026 who are pursuing degrees in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Bureau County College Student Agricultural Scholarship Grant Bureau County Farm Bureau Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bureau County Farm Bureau Foundation was established in 1991 by members of the Bureau County Farm Bureau.	Not published	Varies
Soil Health Stewards Program American Farmland Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies AFT's Soil Health Stewards Program is an ambitious national effort to engage and support agricultural land protection practitioners in promoting soil health practices with the farmers, ranchers, and others who own and manage permanently…	Not published	Varies
Fair Food Fund Fair Food Network Inc · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $250K All financing complemented by comprehensive business assistance:	Rolling	$10K – $250K
Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) Grant Tennessee Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) offers cost-share funds to agricultural producers in Tennessee for making long-term investments in their farms and communities.	Not published	Up to $12K
Next Generation Scholarship Fund Rodale Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Next Generation Scholarship Fund provides comprehensive support to interns pursuing organic agriculture education and training. Scholars receive housing, food from the farm, a comprehensive educational experience, and a weekly stipend.	Not published	Varies
Raymond & Frances Katz Ag Scholarship Grant DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $2K Mission – The Foundation’s mission is to broaden awareness and understanding of agriculture through outreach and education.	Not published	$2K
AGRI Livestock Investment Grant Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $400 – $25K The AGRI Livestock Investment Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, provides funding for livestock operations to enhance infrastructure and equipment.	Not published	$400 – $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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