Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant

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 Mini-Grant provides up to $5,000 to support commercial urban farmers in Minnesota in implementing vital conservation practices. Funded by the USDA's NRCS, this grant helps farmers acquire equipment and materials necessary for sustainable management of soil, water, and biodiversity. Eligible projects may include soil improvement, water management systems, and enhancing plant and animal health. This initiative aims to promote environmentally friendly farming techniques and bolster urban agriculture.

Overview

Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant The Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant offers up to $5,000 for commercial urban farmers in Minnesota to implement conservation practices. The intent of this grant program is to support commercial urban farmers to pay for equipment, materials, and services they may need to manage their farm’s soil, water, and plant and animal life with conservation in mind. Learn more about conservation basics for farmers and landowners from the funder of this grant, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS). Through this grant, urban farmers will be able to pay for conservation-related efforts including but not limited to: Soil improvementSoil testing including for nutrients, biology, and contaminantsUrban farm composting facilitiesMulti-species cover croppingSpecialty crop rotationsReduced tillage practicesRaised bed systems including soil and compostWater managementMicro irrigation systemsMulching with natural materialsRain barrels and rainwater managementPlant and animal healthPollinator mixes for plant coverPerennial vegetation including field borderConservation-minded weed treatmentLow tunnel systemsUrban forestry

Eligibility

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