Agriculture Grants in Connecticut
Last updated October 5, 2026
There are 11 active agriculture grants tagged to Connecticut, part of 1,083 active agriculture grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Funds to prevent harm from drought and other climate changes. Available to farmers, municipalities, schools, and nonprofits. | |
| Specialty Crop Block Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Funds to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Connecticut including dried fruit, maple syrup, honey, horticulture, and nursery crops. | |
| Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Matching grant supporting activities in the middle of the food supply chain including aggregation, processing, and distribution. Available to farmers, municipalities, businesses, and nonprofits. | |
| Dairy Funding Opportunities Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Funds to increase dairy sales in Connecticut. Available to farmers, farm businesses, municipalities, schools, and nonprofits. | |
| Organic Certification Cost Share Grant Program Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Up to $75K Provides reimbursement for certified organic farmers and producers renewing their USDA organic certification. Covers 75% of certification costs, up to $750. | |
| Farm Recovery and Support Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Block grant to support farm recovery and sustainability. Application is currently open. | |
| Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency & Preparedness (RRP) Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Matching grant to help increase climate resiliency of Connecticut farmland. Available to farmers, municipalities, and nonprofits. | |
| Farm Transition Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Helps farms grow by expanding products and selling more CT Grown items. Supports diversifying production, building infrastructure, and testing/launching new products. | |
| CT Grown for CT Kids Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Statewide grant boosting farm education and Farm-to-School programs and initiatives. Available to farmers and schools. | |
| Agricultural Enhancement Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Matching reimbursement grant for municipalities and nonprofits supporting urban farming and other activities that boost Connecticut agriculture. | |
| Food System Capacity Building Grant Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Funds to increase food access and fight food insecurity through making, processing, and distributing food. Available to farmers, municipalities, and nonprofits. |
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About agriculture grants in Connecticut
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
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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