Link: https://wsare.usu.edu/grants/?ok=Vw_RFAs

These one- or two-years grants are conducted by agricultural producers with support and guidance from a technical advisor. Individual producers may apply for up to $15,000, and a group of three or more producers may apply for up to $30,000. Producers typically use their grants to conduct on-site experiments that can improve their operations and the environment and can be shared with other producers. Grant recipients may also focus on marketing and organic production.
Due December 3, 2010

Link: http://foginfo.org/certcostshare.php

FOG is accepting applications from certified organic growers and handlers located in Florida for reimbursement of up to 75 percent of certification costs, or a maximum of $750. Reimbursement for certification costs paid between Oct. 1, 2009, and Sept. 29, 2010 will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted. The deadline for submitting applications is Oct. 15, 2010.

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=55439

In FY 2010, approximately $6 million is available to support the NIFA Fellowships Grant Program within AFRI to provide fellowships to outstanding pre- and postdoctoral students in the agricultural sciences. The AFRI NIFA Fellowships Grant Program is focused on developing technical and functional competence for predoctoral students and the research independence and teaching credentials of postdoctoral scientists in the agriculture, forestry, and food sciences that are within NIFA’s challenge areas through well-developed and highly interactive mentoring and training activities.
Due October 5, 2010

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=56926

The purpose of this Outreach funding opportunity is to improve delivery of USDA programs in the state of Georgia, and to increase opportunities for underserved individuals, groups, and communities to participate in USDA programs. Outreach projects are expected to result in an increased awareness of Georgia NRCS employees’ regarding the importance of working with underserved individuals, groups, and communities. In addition, these projects will improve Georgia NRCS program delivery to underserved populations.
Due September 27, 2010

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=53033

The purpose of AFRI is to support research, education, and extension as well as integrated programs by awarding grants that address key problems of national, regional, and multi-state importance in sustaining all components of agriculture, including farm efficiency and profitability, ranching, renewable energy, forestry (both urban and agroforestry), aquaculture, rural communities and entrepreneurship, human nutrition, food safety, biotechnology, and conventional breeding. In the Food Safety Challenge Area RFA, specific program areas are designed to achieve the long-term outcome of reducing food-borne illnesses and deaths through a safe food supply.
Due September 22, 2010

Link: http://www.mda.state.mn.us/grants/grants/minigrant.aspx

This grant program is targeted at K-12 practicing educators with cash awards offered to encourage educators to bring agriculture and food systems education “to life” by effectively integrating related content into their classroom or school. Non-formal education applications will also be considered contingent on available funds.
Due September 15, 2010

Link: http://www.dnr.mo.gov/transform/energizemissouriagriculture.htm#field

Through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources is offering up to $500,000 in funding under the Field Day: Energy Training program for organizations to provide energy-efficiency education and training to Missouri Farmers for the purpose of helping farmers reduce energy costs on their farms. The department will provide grants to organizations to host Field Day: Energy Training sessions at working agricultural facilities where farmers will learn how to identify opportunities for increasing energy efficiency, how to conduct an energy assessment, and how to calculate energy savings and simple payback. The field days will provide farmers with the tools and resources to identify opportunities to save energy and reduce costs at their farms.
Due September 13, 2010

Link: http://www.wripmc.org/

The Western IPM Center is pleased to release a Request for Applications (RFA) for “Western IPM Center 2011 Competitive Grant Programs.” Programs available in this RFA include: IPM Work Groups; Outreach and/or Publications; and Surveys/Crop Profiles. We encourage projects that extend integrated pest management (IPM) information to audiences who will use this knowledge to decrease the risks associated with pest management. Proposals are limited to the following states and territories: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Due September 10, 2010

Link: http://www.soacdf.net/web%20files/11_Next_Step.htm

A new program will award beginning southern Ohio farmers (having farmed less than five years) up to four grants at a maximum of $25,000 each to help grow their enterprises to the next level. Applicants must reside within 22 counties served by the Southern Ohio Agricultural & Community Development Foundation.
Due August 31, 2010

Link: http://www.goldenleaf.org/seekers.html

The purpose of Golden LEAF is to fund projects that promise to bring significant economic improvement to the tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural communities of North Carolina. The Open Grants Program places high priority on the areas of agriculture, job creation and retention and workforce preparedness. In agriculture, Golden LEAF sees particular promise in the areas of value-added processing, market expansion, and projects targeting alternative crops, livestock and aquaculture.

Due August 26, 2010

Link: http://www.sare.org/NCRSARE/prod.htm

NCR-SARE has allocated about $400,000 for the 2010 Farmer/Rancher Grant Program. Competitive grants of up to $6,000 are available for individual farmers and ranchers, and grants up to $18,000 are available for groups of three or more farmers from separate operations who are interested in exploring sustainable agriculture. NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grants provide opportunities for farmers and ranchers to use Sustainable Agriculture practices and their own innovative ideas to solve problems on the farm or ranch, and to share their ideas with others.
Due December 2, 2010

Link: http://www.ncagr.gov/markets/commodit/horticul/ncorganics/index.htm

This program is designed to assist the organic grower with the cost of becoming certified
under the National Organic Program. For a farm to be eligible for this program it must be
located within the state of North Carolina and must be certified by a business or organization that is accredited by the USDA to certify organic operations. The NCDA & CS will pay 75% of the cost of certification up to a maximum of $750 to the certifying agency for any certification occurring between October 1, 2009 and September 30, 2010.
Due September 30, 2010

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=53022

The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) is the National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s (NIFA) flagship competitive grant program and was established under section 7406 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (the 2008 Farm Bill). AFRI supports work in six priority areas: plant health and production and plant products; animal health and production and animal products; food safety, nutrition, and health; renewable energy, natural resources, and environment; agriculture systems and technology; and agriculture economics and rural communities.
Due August 23, 2010

Link: http://www.datcp.state.wi.us/mktg/business/marketing/val-add/directmktg/blbw/blbw_grants.jsp

The Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grant program provides competitive grants for projects that are likely to stimulate Wisconsin’s agricultural economy by increasing the purchase of Wisconsin grown or produced food by local food buyers. Individuals, groups, businesses and organization involved in Wisconsin agriculture, agritourism, food retailing, processing, distribution or warehousing are invited to apply. Projects need to show how they will stimulate Wisconsin’s agricultural economy by increasing the purchase of Wisconsin grown or produced food.
Due August 23, 2010

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=56501

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has $1 million available in Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 for a People’s Garden School Pilot Program. FNS is requesting applications to enter into a cooperative agreement for the purposes of awarding grants to develop and run community gardens at eligible high-poverty schools; teaching students involved in the gardens about agriculture production practices, diet, and nutrition; contributing produce to supplement food provided at eligible schools, student households, local food banks, or senior center nutrition programs; and conducting an evaluation of funded projects to learn more about the impacts of school gardens.
Due October 8, 2010

Link: http://www.mda.state.mn.us/food/organic

Organic farmers and handlers certified to the National Organic Program (NOP) by a USDA‐accredited certifier are eligible to receive a reimbursement of 75% of their NOP certification costs (maximum of $750 per operation) if: 1. Certification was awarded or renewed/updated between October 1, 2009 and September 30, 2010, and 2. The certified operation is located in Minnesota.
Due October 30, 2010

Link: http://bit.ly/cQlK2R

The Rural Energy for America Program will provide funds to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to conduct feasibility studies for renewable energy systems. The Rural Energy for America Program is designed to help agricultural producers and rural small businesses reduce energy costs and consumption and help meet the nation’s critical energy needs. The grants are awarded on a competitive basis and can be up to 25% of total eligible project costs.
Due October 5, 2010

Link: http://egov.oregon.gov/ODA/ADMD/organic_costshare.shtml

The Organic Cost Share Reimbursement Program was approved by Congress and funds made available through the USDA to applicant states. The program provides reimbursement to growers, processors and handlers who obtain organic certification from USDA accredited certifiers (certifying to National Organic Program standards). Oregon received $202,500 in reimbursement funds for the October 1, 2009 -September 30, 2010 period. Oregon producers or handlers certified by USDA accredited certifiers between October 1, 2009 and September 30, 2010 are eligible to receive reimbursement for 75% of certification fees, up to a maximum of $750 per qualifying year. All completed applications for the October 1, 2009-September 30, 2010 period must be submitted by October 31, 2010.

Link: http://nesare.org/get/sustainable-community/

Sustainable Community Grants make a direct connection between community revitalization and farming. Projects must address specific key issues such as farm finance, marketing, land use, water use, enterprise development, value-added product development, or other delineated topic areas. To apply, you must be affiliated with Cooperative Extension, NRCS, a municipality, a state department of agriculture, a college or university, a community organization, or other institutional entity.
Due October 19, 2010

Link: http://www.agr.mt.gov/organic/Program.asp

Certified organic producers and handlers in Montana may apply for reimbursement of 75 percent of their certification costs up to $750. Payment is subject to availability of federal funds, and will be made on a first-come first-served basis. Only those costs paid or incurred between Oct. 1, 2009 - Sept. 30, 2010 qualify for this 2010 application, which corresponds to the federal fiscal year. Applicants' operations must be located in Montana.
Due November 10, 2010

Link: http://bit.ly/9PEbxu

The Office of Advocacy and Outreach (OAO) requests applications for the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Competitive Grants Program (OASDFR). This announcement seeks applications from partnerships of eligible organizations able to provide outreach and technical assistance services within a defined geographic area in a linguistically and culturally appropriate manner. The intent of this portion of the OASDFR program is to focus specifically on connecting socially disadvantaged producers to USDA agricultural programs delivered at the USDA Service Center level, starting with outreach to identify the barriers to equitable participation. Due August 9, 2010

Link: http://www.animalwelfareapproved.org/farmers/grants-for-farmers/

Animal Welfare Approved is pleased to announce the 2010-2011 Good Husbandry Grant cycle. Grants will be awarded for the sole purpose of improving farm animal welfare, with a concentration on three areas: increased outdoor access, improved genetics and improved slaughter facilities. Current Animal Welfare Approved farmers and those who have applied to join the program are eligible for grants up to $5,000. Slaughter plants working with or seeking to work with AWA farmers are also eligible to apply.
Due October 1, 2010

Link: https://wsare.usu.edu/grants/?ok=Vw_RFAs

These one- or two-year grants are similar in concept to the Farmer/Rancher grants with a few key differences. Instead of a producer serving as the project coordinator, an agricultural professional – Cooperative Extension educator or Natural Resources Conservation Service professional – coordinates the project. A farmer or rancher serves as the technical adviser. Applicants can seek up to $50,000 and must have a minimum of five producers involved.
Due December 3, 2010

Link: http://bit.ly/9wLDqP

EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP), in coordination with the EPA Regional Offices, announces the availability of approximately $530,000 for assistance agreements to further the pesticide risk reduction goals of the Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP). Proposed projects must address implementation of integrated pest management approaches that reduce the risks associated with pesticide use in an agricultural or non-agricultural setting and demonstrate the importance and relevancy of the project to the goals of PESP.
Due July 26, 2010

Link: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do?&mode=VIEW&oppId=54894

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Vermont (VT) is announcing availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of the Vermont State CIG competition in Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 will be $201,000. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Only projects to be implemented within the state of Vermont will be considered.

Due July 6, 2010

Link: http://www.fsa.usda.gov/FSA/webapp?area=home&subject=diap&topic=tap

USDA Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Tree Assistance Program (TAP) provides financial assistance to qualifying orchardists and nursery tree growers to replant or rehabilitate eligible trees, bushes and vines damaged by natural disasters occurring on or after Jan. 1, 2008, and before Oct. 1, 2011. Sign-up for the program closes on July 6, 2010.

Link: http://bit.ly/dBsSf8

The purpose of the SBIR program is to provide an opportunity for US-owned, for-profit small business firms to submit innovative, applied, research and development projects that address important problems facing American agriculture and have the potential to lead to significant public benefit if the research is successful. Research proposals are accepted in any of the following topic areas: 1) Forests and Related Resources; 2) Plant Production and Protection - Biology; 3) Animal Production and Protection; 4) Air, Water, and Soils; 5) Food Science and Nutrition; 6) Rural Development; 7) Aquaculture; 8) Biofuels and Biobased Products; 9) Marketing and Trade; 10) Animal Manure Management; 11) Small and Mid-Size Farms; and 12) Plant Production and Protection - Engineering.
Due September 2, 2010

Link: http://www.leopold.iastate.edu/research/rfp/2010.html

The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture at Iowa State University wants to work with Iowans who have innovative ideas for sustainable agriculture alternatives. The 2010 Request for Pre-proposals (RFP) outlines the process for submitting potential projects in the Center’s three initiative areas -- ecology, marketing and food systems, and policy. Investigators representing any Iowa nonprofit organization/agency and/or educational institution (such as soil and water conservation districts, schools and colleges, and regional development groups) are eligible to apply. The Center strongly encourages the involvement and collaboration of farmers, landowners, and farm-based businesses in the pre-proposal process.
Due August 16, 2010

Link: http://bit.ly/da3cgS

The Rural Energy for America Program will provide funds to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to purchase and install renewable energy systems and make energy efficiency improvements. The grants are awarded on a competitive basis and can be up to 25% of total eligible project costs. Grants are limited to $500,000 for renewable energy systems and $250,000 for energy efficiency improvements. Grant requests as low as $2,500 for renewable energy systems and $1,500 for energy efficiency improvements will be considered.

Due on June 30th, 2010

Link: http://bit.ly/auTl2j

Rural Cooperative Development grants are made for establishing and operating centers for cooperative development for the primary purpose of improving the economic condition of rural areas through the development of new cooperatives and improving operations of existing cooperatives.
Due August 9, 2010