Organic Farming & Agriculture Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Ulster County Farm Viability & Sustainability Grant Geographic Scope: Ulster County, NY Focus Areas: - Farm viability - Energy efficiency - Climate resiliency Eligible Applicants: Small to mid-sized…
Undergraduate Winner's Circle Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Undergraduate Winner's Circle…
Overview Regenerative agriculture practices like reduced tillage, cover crops and diverse crop rotations can sustain healthy agroecosystems by improving biodiversity and soil and water health. To…
UNFI Foundation Annual Grant Program Program Type: Invitation-only grant program Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Mission: The UNFI Foundation awards grants annually to support…
Overview _Note: Starting this year, only organizations nominated by a UNFI associate will be eligible for consideration._ UNFI Foundation Mission Empowering changemakers to create a more sustainable…
Overview Funding for precision ag and data analytics projects All requests for funding from colleges and universities are accepted and evaluated during an annual, competitive grant process. Online…
Overview _NOTE: Interested students or clubs should contact their college of ag office to apply as application and award timelines vary._ University Partnerships The CHS Foundation cultivates…
Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Department of Agriculture Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Urban Agriculture Cost-Share…
First funding opportunity for urban producers in Colorado. Supports small-scale projects crucial to expanding urban production, implementing conservation practices, and educating community members.…
Urban Agriculture Microgrants (2026) Funder: Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) Geographic Scope: California, US Program Focus: Urban agriculture microgrants for 2026 Status: Active…
Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Urban Farm Conservation…
US Dept of Ag Socially Disadvantaged Group Grant for rural areas - Organization: U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Service - Type: Foundation Grant
USADPLC Dry Pea & Lentil Council Grant Opportunity Status: ACTIVE Funder: USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council Amount: US $16,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The USA Dry Pea and…
USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Local and Regional Food System Grants Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Purpose: Fund innovative projects designed…
USDA Appalachia Regional Food Business Center - Business Builder Subawards Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) & Appalachia Regional Food Business Center (ARFBC) Geographic Scope: Ohio,…
USDA Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Administrator: Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities…
USDA Grant: Supporting Farmers of Color and Small Farm Resiliency Program Type: USDA-funded collaborative project (not a traditional grant program with open applications) Geographic Scope: Southern…
USDA Local Food Promotion Program Funder: USDA Award Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia region Award Year: Fall (year not specified in source) Program…
USDA NIFA - Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Funder: USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Program Amount: $50 million distributed nationally through 140 funded…
Helps farmers and agricultural producers turn raw commodities into higher-value products and reach new markets. Funds can be used for planning (feasibility studies, business and marketing plans) or…