Minnesota Agriculture Grants

The Grain Storage Facility Safety Cost-Share Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), is designed to assist Minnesota farmers in enhancing safety at on-farm grain bins and silos. For the fiscal year 2024, approximately $75,000 is allocated to this program, which also encompasses the Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) Rebate programs. This initiative offers financial assistance for the purchase, shipment, and installation of eligible safety equipment, focusing on retrofits for existing facilities. Eligible equipment includes fall protection systems, engineering controls, dust collection systems, personal protective equipment, grain silo air quality monitoring equipment, and other specified safety gear. The program reimburses 75% of the eligible expenses, up to $400 per bin or silo, with a yearly cap of $2,400 per farm.

This grant provides financial support to Minnesota farmers' markets to implement or expand food assistance programs, increasing access to fresh food for individuals and families in need while supporting local agriculture.

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Minnesota produce farmers for improving their on-farm food safety practices through eligible expenses.

This grant provides financial support to counties in Minnesota for their agricultural inspectors to effectively manage and control noxious weeds, ensuring the protection of public health, the environment, and agricultural resources.

This grant provides funding to county fair organizations for improving agricultural facilities that support exhibitions and education at county fairs within Compeer Financial's service area.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to develop workforce training programs that help adults facing employment barriers secure jobs in the agriculture sector.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

This grant provides funding to middle and high school agriculture programs in rural communities to enhance hands-on learning through modern equipment and facility improvements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Minnesota livestock farmers and ranchers for improving and modernizing their operations through infrastructure and equipment investments.

This funding opportunity supports a variety of organizations and individuals working to improve the competitiveness of Minnesota-grown specialty crops through projects focused on marketing, research, sustainability, and food safety.

This program provides funding to newly formed farmer-owned cooperatives in Minnesota to help them develop and expand their operations in processing and marketing local agricultural products.

This initiative provides competitive small grants to farmers in Greater Minnesota for projects that enhance climate resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on their farms.

This program provides funding to Minnesota schools to develop or improve meat cutting and butchery training programs for students in grades 6 through 12, enhancing vocational education and career readiness in the meat processing industry.

This funding opportunity is designed to help Minnesota retail service stations upgrade their infrastructure to sell higher ethanol fuel blends, particularly benefiting small businesses and communities with limited access to biofuels.

This program provides financial assistance to farmers and local governments in Minnesota for purchasing equipment that promotes sustainable soil management practices.

This grant provides funding for research and educational projects focused on improving fertilizer use and management practices to reduce nitrate losses in Minnesota's agriculture.

This competition recognizes Minnesota school districts, early care centers, and family day cares that actively support local farmers by purchasing and promoting Minnesota-grown foods.

This award recognizes and rewards Minnesota farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners who demonstrate exceptional stewardship in soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat conservation on their working lands.

This grant provides financial assistance to Minnesota livestock producers to implement measures that prevent conflicts with wolves and protect their animals.