Agriculture Grants
Agricultural development, farming, and food security grants.
Get Grants for Ag Education & Workforce Development
Are you involved in secondary or two-year postsecondary education focused on food and agriculture? This grant funds programs to build a skilled U.S. workforce and encourage students to pursue agriculture degrees.
Get Funding for Youth & Family Community Programs
Non-profits and community organizations can access funding to enhance programs for at-risk children, youth, and families through the Cooperative Extension System. This grant supports collaborative, holistic community initiatives.
Unlock Conservation Funds for Underserved Producers!
This program helps historically underserved farmers and communities access conservation resources and explore agricultural careers. Funding supports outreach for climate-smart practices, protecting farmland, and natural habitats.
Get Funding to Expand Veterinary Services
Veterinarians, vet students, and technicians can receive grants to enhance skills, acquire resources, and address rural shortages. This program aims to boost food animal veterinary services and improve public health.
Fund Your Farm Dream: Grants for New Farmers & Ranchers
This program offers vital support to new farmers and ranchers across the US, providing funding for education, mentorship, and technical assistance to ensure your agricultural ventures thrive. If you've been farming for 10 years or less, this is your chance to gain the knowledge and tools for a sustainable and successful operation.
Get Grants for Your Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian Institution
Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions can receive grants to boost educational programs and research in food and agricultural sciences. These funds aim to improve student equity, institutional capacity, and career preparation in vital natural resource sectors.
Hispanic Institutions: Boost Food & Ag Science Programs!
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) can apply for grants to enhance their food and agricultural science programs, attracting top students and building a skilled workforce. This program aims to strengthen educational offerings and graduate readiness in critical agricultural fields.
Unlock Alaska's Rural Growth: Denali Commission Grants!
Rural Alaska businesses can access Denali Commission grants to boost critical infrastructure, energy, broadband, and economic development projects across the state. These funds aim to drive significant growth and improve community well-being.
Grow Your Business with USDA Urban Agriculture Grants!
This USDA program offers grants to eligible entities for planning or implementing urban agriculture projects, aiming to improve access to fresh food in underserved areas and accelerate innovative farming practices. Funding is available for both developing new initiatives and expanding existing ones that benefit multiple farmers or gardeners.
Get Funding for Sagebrush Ecosystem Research
Eligible CESU-affiliated partners can receive funding from the US Geological Survey to collect vital data on plant species, vegetation structure, and soil conditions within big sagebrush ecosystems. This research aims to better understand and protect these crucial habitats which support wildlife and rural economies.
Unlock Funding for Pediatric Medical Device Innovation!
Nonprofits developing pediatric medical devices can get expert support and funding throughout the product lifecycle, from idea to market. This grant helps innovators bring life-changing treatments and diagnostic tools for children to fruition.
Get Grants for Food Safety & Infrastructure
State and local agencies focused on manufactured food safety can get funding to improve regulatory programs, establish food protection task forces, develop dietary supplement frameworks, and support innovative food safety projects.
Get Funding for Livestock Protection & Loss Compensation
Livestock producers facing wolf predation can receive funding to implement non-lethal prevention methods like guard dogs and range riders, or to be reimbursed for confirmed livestock losses. States and tribes are eligible to apply for these grants, which can cover various livestock types including cattle, sheep, and horses.
Get Funding for Specialty Crops: USDA Grant Available!
This USDA grant is for State Departments of Agriculture to boost the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and more. Funds support marketing, research, and expanding access to these valuable agricultural products.
Unlock Funding for Your Agribusiness Growth!
This grant is for independent producers, farmer co-ops, and producer-based businesses looking to boost income by processing or marketing value-added agricultural products. Funds can be used for planning or working capital to create new products and expand market reach.
Secure Food Safety Grants: Boost Your Business!
This grant is for state and local entities focused on improving food safety response systems, including training, data sharing, and rapid response to tainted food. Funding will enhance national capacity to prevent and respond to food emergencies.
Fund Your Microplastic Detection Tech!
Are you a CESU-affiliated partner focused on water research? This grant funds the development of innovative, low-cost sensors to quickly and efficiently detect and identify microplastics in water, a critical step for ecological and human health monitoring.
Unlock Funds for Ag Innovation & Education!
1890 Land-Grant Institutions and Tuskegee University can get funding to boost their teaching, research, and extension programs in food and agriculture. This grant supports curriculum development, faculty growth, and innovative research addressing critical areas like food security and climate change.
Unlock Funding for Affordable Housing & Community Projects
Certified Community Development Financial Institutions and eligible nonprofits can secure grants to build, preserve, or purchase affordable housing and fund vital economic development or community service facilities. These funds aim to revitalize low-income and underserved rural areas.
Get Funding for Global Food Safety Initiatives
This funding opportunity from the FDA supports global strategies for food safety and public health, enhancing knowledge and broadening the agency's reach in addressing complex food supply issues. Businesses and organizations can partner to implement FSMA principles and improve worldwide food safety, nutrition, and public health programs.