NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants

The NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants aim to fund projects that preserve agricultural, horticultural, and forestlands, ensuring the sustainability of family farms. With North Carolina facing significant farmland loss, these grants support efforts such as securing conservation easements and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This funding is critical for maintaining the agricultural economy and protecting vital resources for future generations.

Funding Purposes
for active production of food, fiber, and other agricultural products.To support public and public-private enterprise programs that will promote profitable and sustainable agricultural, horticultural, and forestlands through assistance to farmersTo support the preservation of agriculture/military-designated uses through conservation easements.To support county-level agricultural plans that promote farmland preservation and the agricultural economy.