Grants
Farmer Grants test new crops, practices and systems through on-site experiments and share the results with other farmers. Grants average about $5,200, and are capped at $10,000. Farmer Grant applications are due in December.
Partnership Grants are awarded for on-farm research and demonstration projects developed by agricultural professionals who work directly with farmers. Grants are capped at $10,000. Partnership Grant applications are due in November.
Professional Development Grants allow experienced agricultural educators to develop opportunities for extension,
NRCS, and other agricultural professionals to learn about sustainable concepts
and practices. Proposed projects must address certain priority areas, and awards
will likely range from $60,000 and $175,000. Preproposal required; the deadline is in May. Invited full proposals are generally due at the end of October.
Research and Education Grants involve scientists, producers and others in an interdisciplinary approach to important issues in sustainable agriculture. Previous grants have ranged from $4,300 to $331,500; the average grant is around $90,000. For 2009, agroecosystems research grants are also available. Preproposal required; the deadline is in May. Invited full proposals are generally due at the end of October.
Sustainable Community Grants involve organizations such as community nonprofits, Cooperative Extension, local governments, educational institutions, planning boards, farming cooperatives, and incorporated citizens' groups. The purpose of the Sustainable Community Grants program is to reconnect rural revitalization and farming. Most grants are capped at $10,000. Sustainable Community Grant applications are due in November.
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