Agriculture Grants in South Carolina

Browse open agriculture grants available to organizations in South Carolina. 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 South Carolina

7 grants worth up to $9.2M match your search

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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Specialty Crop Block Grant

open

South Carolina Department of Agriculture

The Specialty Crop Block Grant program supports South Carolina farmers and agricultural organizations in enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery products through research, marketing, and education.

$10K – $200K

Rolling

AgricultureBusiness Developmentresearch

Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)

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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

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

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)

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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)

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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

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
South Carolina Department of Agriculture Specialty Crop Block Grant	South Carolina Department of Agriculture	$10K - $200K	Rolling / Open
Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP)	USDA Agricultural Marketing Service	$50K - $500K	Rolling / Open
Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)	USDA Rural Development	$25K - $250K	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
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 South Carolina

How many agriculture grants are available in South Carolina?

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

How do I apply for agriculture grants in South Carolina?

Start by searching FindGrants for agriculture funding in South Carolina. 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 South Carolina?

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

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