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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Farmers Union Enterprises Leadership (FUEL) Program Farmers Educational & Cooperative Union · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Climate-Smart Forestry Cost-Share Funding Washington Conservation Action · Foundation Rolling · Varies Washington Conservation Action offers cost-share assistance directly to private forestland owners in Pierce County, Washington.	Rolling	Varies
Alabama Farm-to-School Culinary Challenge Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Chef Ann Foundation is working with the Alabama State Department of Education Child Nutrition Program to strengthen Alabama's farm-to-school initiatives by creating a culinary training program that teaches districts how to procure and use…	Not published	Varies
Agricultural Composting Improvement Grant Program (ACIP) Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Agricultural Composting Improvement Grant Program (ACIP) aims to enhance agricultural composting operations by providing funding for equipment and facility upgrades.	Not published	Up to $75K
AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant (MN) Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, aims to assist school districts and early childhood education centers in developing local procurement practices.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Varies The Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) aims to mitigate wildlife conflicts, particularly with big game species in Colorado. It supports agricultural operators by enhancing migratory corridors and promoting private land conservation.	Not published	Varies
Simunovich Family Agricultural Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Simunovich Family Agricultural Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Santa Cruz County and Pajaro Valley high schools, as well as Cabrillo and Hartnell Community College students.	Not published	Up to $1K
New Jersey Agritourism Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Up to $100K The New Jersey Agritourism Grant Program (NJATP) aims to support local agritourism businesses with up to $100,000 in funding to enhance visitor engagement and education.	Not published	Up to $100K
NY Source Water Buffer Program Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $5M The NY Source Water Buffer Program, administered by the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee, aims to protect public drinking water and enhance water quality.	Not published	$5M
Milo Rypkema Memorial Scholarship Black Hills Stock Show Foundation · Foundation Not published · $6K Part of the Western Legacy Foundation's scholarship program dedicated to supporting agricultural youth in higher education and organizations, programs, and projects that enhance services and education to the rural community.	Not published	$6K
General CCFB Scholarships Grant Cook County Farm Bureau Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Cook County Farm Bureau® Foundation offers General CCFB Scholarships to support Illinois residents pursuing higher education in agriculture and related fields.	Not published	Up to $3K
Seneca Foods Foundation Grant Seneca Foods Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Seneca Foods Foundation Grant supports philanthropic initiatives focused on empowering youth and strengthening communities. Since 1988, it has provided funding for education, community assistance, and internships.	Not published	Varies
National FFA Scholarship Program Future Farmers of America · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The National FFA Scholarship Program awards scholarships to FFA members pursuing higher education and career advancement in agriculture and related fields.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Regenerative Farmer Network Grants Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Regenerative Farmer Network Grant (RFNG) supports Michigan farmers in cultivating peer-to-peer networks that focus on regenerative agriculture.	Not published	Up to $50K
IFT Seed Grants 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
Idaho Nonpoint Source Management §319 Subgrants Grant Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Idaho Nonpoint Source Management §319 Subgrants program provides financial assistance to states, territories, and tribes for activities aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution.	Not published	Up to $250K
WAEF Scholarships - POM Club + YVC Ag Program Grant Washington Apple Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WAEF Scholarships, supported by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, provide financial aid to over 300 students pursuing various degrees in the tree fruit industry.	Not published	Varies
Southern SARE: Research and Education Grants Southern Sustainable Agriculture, Research & Education (SARE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Southern SARE program is inviting pre-proposals for innovative Systems Research Projects and Education Activities that promote sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $400K
Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program Missouri Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program supports small agribusinesses in urban Missouri, offering funding for projects that enhance agribusiness sustainability and economic growth.	Not published	Up to $10K
Iowa Institute for Cooperatives Scholarship Program Iowa Institute for Cooperatives · Foundation Not published · $2K The Iowa Institute for Cooperatives awards scholarships annually to full-time students who have worked for or had internships at member cooperatives. Since 2014, IIC has awarded 99 scholarships totaling $190,000.	Not published	$2K
Sam Noble Foundation Grant The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sam Noble Foundation Grant aims to uphold the philanthropic legacy of Lloyd Noble by funding agricultural research and supporting charitable initiatives that enhance health, education, and community strength.	Not published	Varies
CPF Capacity Building Grant Colorado Plateau Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Colorado Plateau Foundation (CPF) provides capacity-building grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 to Native-led organizations on the Colorado Plateau.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Gene Donaldson Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Donaldson Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students pursuing a degree in Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Research RFP: Disease Management, Control and Prevention Grant National Pork Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The National Pork Board invites proposals for research on disease management, control, and prevention, focusing on endemic pathogens impacting pork production.	Not published	Up to $500K

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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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