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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Kentucky Proud Buy Local Program KCARD Active Grants (Agriculture) · State Not published · Varies Provides reimbursement for eligible local food purchases. Eligible applicants are Kentucky Proud restaurants, caterers, schools, and other food service participants that source and support local farms.	Not published	Varies
Michigan Specialty Crop Block Grants Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Michigan Specialty Crop Block Grant Program supports projects to enhance the competitiveness of Michigan's specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture.	Not published	Up to $125K
Pierce's Disease & Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board Research & Outreach Grants California Department of Food & Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $4K – $383K The Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board offers grants to support research and outreach aimed at safeguarding California vineyards from serious pests and diseases.	Not published	$4K – $383K
Chamiza Foundation Grant Chamiza Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K – $8K The Chamiza Foundation (Santa Fe, NM) invites proposals supporting the preservation and continuity of Pueblo culture and traditional lifeways.	Not published	$4K – $8K
Get Farming Mini Grant Cultivate Kansas City Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Annual grant program supporting urban farmers in the Kansas City area to grow their business, expand production, and feed their communities.	Not published	Up to $4K
WRRC Research Grants Washington Red Raspberry Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington Red Raspberry Commission offers research grants to support the advancement of red raspberry cultivation.	Not published	Varies
NCR-SARE: Youth Educator Grant Program North Central Region SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The NCR-SARE Youth Educator Grant Program supports educators in the North Central Region to innovate ways of teaching sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $6K
HVADC Agribusiness Loan Fund Hudson Valley Agri-Business Development Corp · Foundation Rolling · $25K – $1M Specialized lending for agribusiness providing alternative credit instrument for businesses that may not access sufficient capital through traditional institutions Businesses in agriculture or those using/selling agricultural products…	Rolling	$25K – $1M
Barborinas Family Fund Grant Program Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Barborinas Family Fund Grant Program supports research aimed at advancing tree production and transplanting techniques, particularly focusing on enhancing root systems for urban environments.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Agriculture Heritage Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Agriculture Heritage Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees with a focus on agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Pine Bark Beetle Prevention Assistance Programs Department of Forestry · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fred and Virginia Traeger Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fred and Virginia Traeger Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Agricultural Business.	Not published	Varies
Schilling Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Schilling Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, provides six $3,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors from select schools.	Not published	$3K
Ballyshannon Fund Grant Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Ballyshannon Fund Grant supports educational initiatives that enhance public understanding of the economic significance of agricultural and forestry sectors in Central Virginia.	Not published	$500 – $25K
Undergraduate Winner's Circle Scholarships Grant Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement · Foundation Not published · Varies The Undergraduate Winner's Circle Scholarships, offered by the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement, support Iowa youth pursuing agricultural studies at 2- or 4-year institutions.	Not published	Varies
North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative Grant North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative aims to enhance bioenergy production from agricultural and forestry feedstocks, with a competitive grant program offering up to $500,000.	Not published	Up to $100K
TN Section 319 Nonpoint Source Grant Program Tennessee Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The TN Section 319 Nonpoint Source Grant Program, administered by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, addresses the critical issue of nonpoint source pollution, which affects water quality across the state.	Not published	Varies
Farmer and Rancher Mentoring (FARM) Program Appalachian Sustainable Development · Foundation Not published · $1K The region's first on-farm internship opportunity for beginning farmers. Since 2017, ASD has worked with local farmer mentors to provide hands-on education to interns pursuing a career in agriculture production.	Not published	$1K
Regeneration International Micro-Grant Competition Regeneration International · Foundation Not published · $1K Announced in conjunction with the launch of The Regeneration Hub (RHub), an interactive online platform connecting project holders, individuals, funders, and communities focused on regenerative agriculture.	Not published	$1K
Growing Native American Agriculture Outreach Program American Indian Higher Education Consortium Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An innovative program that engages Tribal College & Universities (TCU) staff and students to improve Native American farmers, ranchers, and community food producers' adoption of effective agricultural practices.	Not published	Varies
PA Agriculture and Youth Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The PA Agriculture and Youth Program Grant offers funding to youth-centered organizations and projects that promote agricultural, leadership, and vocational skills.	Not published	Up to $25K
Regenerative Agriculture Foundation Grant Regenerative Agriculture Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Regenerative Agriculture Foundation Grant supports organizations that promote regenerative practices, emphasizing the value of people, plants, animals, and the planet.	Not published	Varies
Noxious Weed Management Fund Grant Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Noxious Weed Management Fund Grant, offered by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, aims to support the eradication and containment of state-listed noxious weeds.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250K Provide financial and technical assistance for the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) on agricultural operations in high-priority locations within the Commonwealth through grants, loans, tax credits, or combinations thereof.	Rolling	Up to $250K

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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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