Farm Sustainability and Economic Development Funding
GrantID: 70614
Grant Funding Amount Low: $15,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $125,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides financial support for projects that help strengthen the economic viability and sustainability of agricultural operations and related activities within a northeastern U.S. state. It is designed to assist a broad range of entities that work with producers or are engaged in improving agricultural outcomes, including nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, researcher groups, and small businesses that serve the farm community. The intent of the funding is to encourage innovation, share practical knowledge, and support efforts that can lead to measurable improvements in farm profitability, productivity, and long-term resilience.
Funds may be used for work that addresses key challenges faced by agricultural producers, such as improving production practices, developing new marketing strategies, adopting emerging technologies, enhancing workforce skills, or conducting research that yields actionable insights. Applicants might choose to pursue projects that pilot new production techniques, evaluate economic outcomes of alternative crops or practices, build collaborative networks that support farm enterprises, or offer education and training that strengthens the capacity of farmers and farm workers. The overarching goal is to accelerate the adoption of ideas that have clear practical benefit for agriculture and rural communities.
Eligibility is generally open to a wide range of applicants, provided the proposed project clearly benefits agricultural operations in the state. Eligible applicants often include nonprofit organizations, academic and research partners, cooperatives, service providers, and small businesses with relevant expertise. While individual farmers may not apply in their own name, they are central to project design and implementation, and proposals are expected to demonstrate strong involvement from producer stakeholders. Collaboration across sectors and institutions is encouraged to ensure the relevance and reach of funded work.
Grant amounts vary based on the scope and scale of the project, with awards calibrated to match the estimated impact and resource needs of proposals. Application deadlines tend to occur annually, with specific submission windows each year and proposals reviewed competitively. Ultimately, this funding source seeks to uplift ideas that can be adopted broadly to benefit the agricultural community throughout the state.
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