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 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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National Sheep Industry Improvement Program Grant National Sheep Industry Improvement Center (NSIIC) · Foundation Not published · $29K The National Sheep Industry Improvement Program Grant aims to enhance the U.S. sheep industry by funding research and innovative projects.	Not published	$29K
B2R Farms Train-the-Trainer Course BRIDGE2RWANDA Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies An in-depth six-day training program designed to fully equip participants with the principles and practices of Foundations for Farming. Participants learn to become trainers capable of returning to their communities and training others.	Rolling	Varies
Max W. Johnson Scholarship Grant Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Max W. Johnson Scholarship, established by Max Johnson, supports students from Montgomery County, Indiana, enrolled in the Purdue University College of Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Iowa Corn I-LEAD (Leadership Enhancement and Development) Program Iowa Corn Grower's Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A two-year intensive leadership development program for industry professionals and farmers to increase knowledge and understanding of the corn industry. This is Class 11 of the program.	Not published	Varies
ENC Sentinel Landscapes: Managing Your Land and Legacy NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
ASCFG Grower Grants Association Of Specialty Cut Flower Growers Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The ASCFG Grower Grants provide financial support ranging from $500 to $2000 for on-farm research projects that benefit specialty cut flower growers.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Literacy for Life Grants California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Literacy for Life Grants, funded by the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, aim to foster agricultural literacy among K-12 students in California.	Not published	Up to $500
Agriculture Land Preservation Maryland Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Preserve productive agricultural land and woodland to insure future productive land is available to produce food and fiber. The program purchases development rights easements on agricultural land.	Not published	Varies
Summer Field School Appalachian Sustainable Development · Foundation Not published · $10 – $50 Eight on-farm classes providing hands-on learning at local farms. Students visit farms and hear about different successful production methods implemented by experienced farmers.	Not published	$10 – $50
Agricultural Fairgrounds Advertising, Promotion, and Education Program Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $10K The Agricultural Fairgrounds Advertising, Promotion, and Education Program provides funding to eligible agricultural and horticultural organizations that host annual fairs.	Not published	$10K
Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society Scholarships Martha's Vineyard Agricultural · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society offers scholarships to graduating Island seniors pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields.	Not published	Varies
Christina Sue Lilja Resource Grants American Farm Bureau Federation · Foundation Not published · $100 The Christina Sue Lilja Resource Grants support agricultural literacy by providing funds for educators to purchase resources from the Ag Foundation store.	Not published	$100
Lou & Carol Calcagno Memorial Scholarship Grant Agri-Culture Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Lou & Carol Calcagno Memorial Scholarship offers a $1,000 award for students pursuing degrees in agriculture, Political Science, History, Marine Biology, Wildlife Management, or Culinary Arts.	Not published	$1K
Pinal 40 Grant Application Pinal 40 Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K At no time will Pinal 40, Inc. consider funding: While any grant application is pending, no member of Pinal 40, Inc. will:	Not published	$1K – $3K
OR Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Oregon Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, funded by the USDA through the Oregon Department of Agriculture, aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops such as fruits, vegetables, and nursery crops.	Not published	$50K – $250K
CHS General inquiries Grant CHS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CHS Foundation supports initiatives that benefit the agriculture industry, focusing on 501c3 organizations within specific states. Their funding is aimed at empowering cooperative growth and sustainable practices.	Not published	Varies
Missouri Association of RC & D Councils Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Missouri Association of RC & D Councils Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, offers a $1,500 scholarship to graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or…	Not published	$2K
ʻĀina Aloha Economy Fund Hawaii Investment Ready · Foundation Not published · Varies Hawaiʻi's first catalytic capital fund helping to shift the narrative of economic investment and change in Hawaiʻi.	Not published	Varies
IAA Foundation Fellowships Grant IAA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The IAA Foundation Fellowships support Illinois Farm Families by providing college fellowships to individuals majoring in agriculture or related fields.	Not published	Varies
Marcus W. Rennix Memorial Scholarship West Virginia Nursery and Landscape Assoc Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Agriculture Resilience: Carbon Farm Planning NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
M.S.P.A. Grant Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The M.S.P.A. Grant, offered by the Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture, provides financial support to projects that enhance agriculture in Massachusetts.	Not published	$500 – $25K
SCA Grant to Support Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) Development Fund Association for Specialty Coffee · Foundation Not published · Varies The Specialty Coffee Association provides ongoing financial support to the Coffee Quality Institute to fund its development work and advance its mission to improve the quality of coffee and the lives of the people who produce it.	Not published	Varies
Clay and Margaret Godfrey Memorial Agricultural 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

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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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