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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AGRI Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration Grant Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The AGRI Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration Grant Program supports innovative research and demonstrations in sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $50K
Farmland Preservation Grants -Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Farmland Preservation Grants through the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program aim to secure development rights on farmland, ensuring its future use for agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Farm Transition Grant: New Farmer Micro Grant Connecticut Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $5K The Farm Transition Grant, managed by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, offers up to $49,999 in matching funds to support Connecticut farmers in diversifying their operations and transitioning to value-added production.	Not published	$5K
California Forest Improvement Program Trees Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund Grant American Floral Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund, established in 2024 through a partnership with the American Floral Endowment (AFE), is dedicated to advancing floriculture research and education.	Not published	Varies
MFA Oil Foundation Grant MFA Oil Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The MFA Oil Foundation Grant offers cash support to nonprofit organizations focused on enhancing communities where MFA Oil operates.	Not published	Up to $2K
Farm Transition Grant: Infrastructure Investment Grant Connecticut Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Farm Transition Grant (FTG) by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture offers matching funds for farmers and agricultural cooperatives to diversify and transition their operations to value-added production.	Not published	Up to $25K
Kevin Barkdoll Livestock Memorial Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kevin Barkdoll Livestock Memorial Fund honors the legacy of Kevin Barkdoll by providing annual grants to support FFA and 4-H members from Washington County, Maryland.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC)- Capacity and Project Development Grants California Department of Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) offers Capacity and Project Development Grants to enhance organizational capabilities for agricultural conservation projects.	Not published	Varies
Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program (NY): Track 2 New York Farm Viability Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program (NY): Track 2 offers funding up to $200,000 for new farmers in New York to establish sustainable agricultural enterprises.	Not published	$50K – $200K
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Partnership Grant Program   Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program · State Not published · Up to $3M Supports research and/or education projects that improving farming in at least one of the following ways: Maintain and enhance the quality and productivity of the soil Conserve soil, water, energy, natural resources, and fish and wildlife…	Not published	Up to $3M
Category 3 - School Garden & Greenhouse Grant Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The School Garden & Greenhouse Grant, offered by Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC), supports innovative educational projects that integrate agricultural concepts into Pre K-12 curricula.	Not published	Up to $2K
Behmann Brothers Foundation Grant Behmann Brothers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Behmann Brothers Foundation, established in October 1979, focuses on supporting agricultural research, education, youth groups, healthcare, and service organizations.	Not published	Varies
North Central Soybean Research Grant Program (NCSRP) North Central Soybean Research Program (NCSRP) · Foundation Not published · $70K – $450K The North Central Soybean Research Grant Program (NCSRP) aims to enhance soybean production through collaborative research and outreach.	Not published	$70K – $450K
NYS Grown & Certified ITRD Grant Program- Track 1 – Small-scale New York Farm Viability Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NYFVI is partnering with NYS Grown & Certified to launch a grant program to assist New York food and beverage producers, processors, distributors, and other eligible entities in bringing NYS Grown & Certified food and beverage products to…	Not published	Varies
Josh Allyn Scholarship Grant Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Josh Allyn Scholarship, established by Josh Allyn, provides financial support to students from specific districts in New York who plan to pursue a degree in agriculture, food science, or engineering, or come from farming families.	Not published	Varies
Kindling Initiative Grants Tiny Beam Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kindling Initiative Grants, offered by the Tiny Beam Fund Inc, aim to enhance academic capacity and foster networks addressing the detrimental effects of industrial animal agriculture, especially in low- and middle-income countries.	Not published	Varies
Angus and Anne McMillan Family Agriculture Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Angus and Anne McMillan Family Agriculture Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, provides financial assistance to students pursuing degrees in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Community Seed Donations Grant Seed Savers Exchange · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Seed Donations program by Seed Savers Exchange provides seeds to schools, community gardens, and nonprofits, ensuring that these resources are freely available to those in need.	Not published	Varies
ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) Rebate Program Beaver Dam Community Hospitals Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $865	Not published	Up to $865
Bureau County High School Senior 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
Branded Program Food Export USA - Northeast · Foundation Not published · 50% cost reimbursement The Branded Program provides 50 percent cost reimbursement for a wide variety of international marketing activities for food and agricultural exporters.	Not published	50% cost reimbursement
Alabama Poultry Foundation Allied Industry Scholarship - Gadsden State Cherokee Community College 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 Gadsden State Cherokee Community College who intend to transfer to Auburn University.	Not published	Varies
MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award Michigan 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Award recognizing outstanding 4-H members demonstrating excellence in agriculture. Part of the annual Legacy Awards recognition program.	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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