Farmers market promotion, sustainable agriculture education, and beginning farmer training — grants designed for organizations building local food systems.
USDA funds organizations that strengthen local food systems. FMPP grants ($50K-$500K) help establish or expand farmers markets, CSAs, and direct-to-consumer channels. SARE supports sustainable agriculture research and education. BFRDP funds training programs for beginning farmers and ranchers. If your organization works in food, agriculture, or rural communities, these programs are worth exploring.
Grants for on-farm research into sustainable practices. Test cover crops, rotational grazing, reduced tillage, new varieties — and get paid to do it.
Grants to establish, expand, or promote farmers markets, roadside stands, CSAs, and other direct-to-consumer channels.
Grants for organizations that train beginning farmers. If you're a beginning farmer, you're the BENEFICIARY — look for funded programs in your state.
Use our free Subsidy Finder to see which programs you may qualify for based on your operation.
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