Agriculture Grants in Colorado

Browse open agriculture grants available to organizations in Colorado. Our database includes federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. Answer a few questions to see which grants you qualify for.

7 open agriculture grants in Colorado

7 grants worth up to $9.2M match your search

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Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)

open

USDA Rural Development

Grants to agricultural producers for planning and working capital to develop value-added products from raw agricultural commodities.

$25K – $250K

Rolling

Agricultureeconomic developmentrural development

Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)

open

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

Grants for direct-to-consumer marketing activities including farmers markets, roadside stands, CSA programs, and agritourism.

$50K – $500K

Rolling

Agriculturecommunity developmentfood access

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)

open

USDA — NIFA

Grants for education, mentoring, and technical assistance programs for beginning farmers and ranchers, with emphasis on limited-resource and socially disadvantaged populations.

$50K – $750K

Rolling

AgricultureEducationworkforce development

Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG)

open

USDA — NRCS

Competitive grants for innovative approaches to conservation on working agricultural lands, including soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat.

$50K – $2M

Rolling

environmentAgricultureconservation

Colorado Dept of Agriculture Value-Added Producer Grants

open

Colorado Department of Agriculture

Colorado's agriculture department supports value-added agriculture projects that help producers capture more market value from their products, develop new markets, and strengthen Colorado's agricultural economy.

$10K – $150K

Rolling

Agricultureeconomic developmentCommunity Development

Specialty Crop Block Grants

open

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

Formula grants to state departments of agriculture for projects enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops.

$100K – $5M

Rolling

Agricultureeconomic development

Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP)

open

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

Grants for local and regional food business enterprises engaged in aggregation, processing, distribution, and storage of locally and regionally produced food products.

$25K – $500K

Rolling

Agriculturefood systemseconomic development

Agriculture Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant Name	Funder	Amount	Deadline
Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)	USDA Rural Development	$25K - $250K	Rolling / Open
Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)	USDA Agricultural Marketing Service	$50K - $500K	Rolling / Open
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)	USDA — NIFA	$50K - $750K	Rolling / Open
Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG)	USDA — NRCS	$50K - $2M	Rolling / Open
Colorado Dept of Agriculture Value-Added Producer Grants	Colorado Department of Agriculture	$10K - $150K	Rolling / Open
Specialty Crop Block Grants	USDA Agricultural Marketing Service	$100K - $5M	Rolling / Open
Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP)	USDA Agricultural Marketing Service	$25K - $500K	Rolling / Open

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Frequently Asked Questions: Agriculture Grants in Colorado

How many agriculture grants are available in Colorado?

FindGrants currently lists 7+ agriculture grants available to organizations in Colorado. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.

How do I apply for agriculture grants in Colorado?

Start by searching FindGrants for agriculture funding in Colorado. Each grant listing includes eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application deadlines. Use the free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization, and FindGrants will score and rank the grants you qualify for with application guidance.

Who can apply for agriculture grants in Colorado?

Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for agriculture grants in Colorado include nonprofits, small businesses, schools, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups. Each grant has specific requirements listed on its detail page.

Are there federal agriculture grants for Colorado?

Yes. Federal agencies fund agriculture programs nationwide, and organizations in Colorado are eligible. Federal sources indexed by FindGrants include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH, USDA, and more. These are listed alongside state and local funding on this page.

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