Farm Readiness Grant Program

Farm Readiness Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)
Amount: Up to US $50,000
Last Updated: March 02, 2026

Summary

Overview

Farm Readiness Grant Program The Farm Readiness Grant Program provides reimbursement funding for installation-ready capital improvements that help Massachusetts farms maintain and modernize core infrastructure within their existing footprint. The program supports the purchase and installation of durable equipment and systems that improve operational reliability, food production and handling capacity, resource efficiency, environmental performance, and overall farm readiness. This accelerated funding opportunity is designed for farms that are prepared to move forward immediately with commercially available projects that address deferred or time-sensitive needs and can be completed on a short timeline. Projects funded through this program must: Be installation-ready and commercially available at the time of applicationResult in the purchase, replacement, or upgrade of a durable capital assetBe located within the existing farm footprint (no new construction)Not require permittingBe able to be purchased, installed, and fully completed by June 30, 2026Be paid for in full by the applicant prior to reimbursementSupport active commercial agricultural production in MassachusettsDeliver a clear, near-term operational improvement once installed What you can get Maximum award: $50,000 per farmReimbursement grantMinimum cash match: 20%One application per agricultural operation

Eligibility

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