Agriculture Grants in Massachusetts

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

8 open agriculture grants in Massachusetts

8 grants worth up to $9.3M match your search

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MA Agriculture Grants

open

MA Dept of Agricultural Resources

Grants for farmland viability, specialty crops, and agricultural preservation.

$5K – $250K

Rolling

Agriculture

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

Massachusetts Dept of Agricultural Resources Agricultural Innovation Program

open

Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources

The Agricultural Innovation Program funds projects that promote sustainable agriculture, local food systems, and farm viability across Massachusetts, supporting farms, agricultural nonprofits, and food producers.

$5K – $100K

Rolling

AgricultureEnvironmentaleconomic 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
MA Agriculture Grants	MA Dept of Agricultural Resources	$5K - $250K	Rolling / Open
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
Massachusetts Dept of Agricultural Resources Agricultural Innovation Program	Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources	$5K - $100K	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 Massachusetts

How many agriculture grants are available in Massachusetts?

FindGrants currently lists 8+ agriculture grants available to organizations in Massachusetts. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.

How do I apply for agriculture grants in Massachusetts?

Start by searching FindGrants for agriculture funding in Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts?

Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for agriculture grants in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. Federal agencies fund agriculture programs nationwide, and organizations in Massachusetts 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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