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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MD Cover Crop Program Grants Maryland Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The MD Cover Crop Program Grants, offered by the Maryland Department of Agriculture, aim to support farmers in utilizing cover crops to combat erosion, enhance soil health, and improve environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
FFA Alumni Legacy Grant National FFA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FFA Alumni Legacy Grant supports FFA Alumni and Supporters chapters to create new alumni chapters, improve the quality of existing chapters, or provide more opportunities for partnership between FFA chapters and alumni and supporters…	Not published	Varies
Cooperative Education Grant CHS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CHS Foundation's Cooperative Education Grant aims to support educational projects that enhance understanding of the agricultural cooperative business model.	Not published	Varies
Longleaf Enhancement Fund for Seed & Seedling Production The Longleaf Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $200K Increase the quantity or quality of longleaf pine seed or seedlings to help accelerate the restoration of the longleaf ecosystem. Seed is in critically short supply.	Not published	$25K – $200K
Florida's Future Forests Program Grant (FL) Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $118K The Florida's Future Forests Program Grant supports landowners in establishing and maintaining healthy forests in Florida.	Not published	Up to $118K
Alaska Tilth Expansion Program (Mat-Su Health Foundation Coronavirus Prevention and Response Grant) Alaska Pacific University Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K In the five years prior to this grant, Alaska Tilth distributed over 8,000 pounds of food reaching well over 1,000 individuals at Mat-Su Valley locations including:	Not published	$50K
AgEnhancement Grant Farm Credit East · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The AgEnhancement Grant, awarded by Farm Credit East and CoBank, provides funding between $500 to $10,000 annually to support projects that enhance agriculture, commercial fishing, and forest products in the Northeast.	Not published	$500 – $10K
South Dakota Farm Bureau Scholarship Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.	Not published	Varies
Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program — Phase II (MPPEP II) Flower Hill Institute · Foundation Not published · $123M The MPPEP II provided competitive grant funding to help eligible processors expand their processing capacity, creating new and improved processing options for meat and poultry producers.	Not published	$123M
PA Fair Fund - Agricultural Fair Operating and Premium Reimbursement Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) · Foundation Not published · $4K – $13K The Pennsylvania Fair Fund supports agricultural fairs with operating and premium reimbursement through the Agricultural Fair Operating and Premium Reimbursement Program.	Not published	$4K – $13K
Stephen A. Johnston Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K Easily learn more about the Stephen A. The next deadline for this grant is Sat, 04 Apr 2026.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Community Enrichment Grant Program Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program that funds projects contributing to economic development in Mendocino County.	Not published	Varies
Alabama Poultry Foundation Allied Industry Scholarship - Wallace State Community College Hanceville 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 Wallace State Community College Hanceville who intend to transfer to Auburn University.	Not published	Varies
State of Texas Agricultural Relief (STAR) TX Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Agricultural relief program. Currently open.	Not published	Varies
White-Reinhardt Grant American Farm Bureau Federation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The White-Reinhardt Grant offers funding for projects that enhance agricultural literacy among K-12 students.	Not published	Up to $1K
Young Farmer Accelerator Program Legge Lowden Farm Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to support and accelerate the success of young and beginning farmers. The program highlights exemplary young farmers across diverse agricultural operations and geographies.	Not published	Varies
TNLA Foundation Horticulture Scholarship Program Grant Texas Nursery & Landscape Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The TNLA Foundation Horticulture Scholarship Program, established by the Texas Nursery & Landscape Association, aims to support Texas residents pursuing education in horticulture and related fields.	Not published	Varies
Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB) Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB) supports private landowners in restoring native grass and forb vegetation on pastures dominated by exotic grasses.	Not published	Varies
FARMER Program (Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions) California Air Pollution Control Officers Association · Foundation Not published · $135M	Not published	$135M
BCAFF Scholarships: Charles O. & Grace M. Stoops Scholarship in Agricultural or Environmental Studies Grant Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Easily learn more about the BCAFF Scholarships: Charles O. & Grace M. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027.	Not published	$1K
DeKalb Ag Scholarship Grant DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $1K Mission – The Foundation’s mission is to broaden awareness and understanding of agriculture through outreach and education.	Not published	$1K
Tribal Agriculture Fellowship: Graduate Students Native American Agriculture Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Tribal Agriculture Fellowship is to create opportunities for students to advance their education in agriculture, increase specialized knowledge and preserve and promote the legacy of agriculture in tribal communities.	Not published	Varies
Charles Hayward Foundation: Main Grant Programme - Overseas Charles Hayward Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to £15,000 The Charles Hayward Foundation's Main Grant Programme supports projects aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of disadvantaged communities in Commonwealth countries in Africa.	Not published	Up to £15,000
Lester Little Ag Education Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lester Little Ag Education Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, aims to support graduating seniors pursuing higher education in agricultural studies.	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 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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