Capital Assistance for Local Farmers

Eligibility: Researchers from Western institutions may apply. Projects must incorporate research and education, and bring together a team of researchers, students, ag professionals, and producers. Region: Statewide Notes: Project budget is $350,000 maximum, with project length 1-3 years. This grant program involves scientists, agricultural producers, and others using interdisciplinary approaches to advance sustainable agriculture at…

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Farmer's Navigator is a free educational resource that explains government agricultural programs in plain language. It offer a free online tool that helps farmers to pre-screen their eligibility for USDA financial assistance programs. Developed by an Oregon rancher, it allows farmers to answer a set of questions about their operation and receive a state-specific list…

Eligibility: This mini-grant program is open to Western SARE Farmer/Rancher PIs who are: Current and up to date on all contractual and reporting expectations, or PIs of projects funded in 2019 or later with an approved final report. Region: Statewide Notes: Submission Deadline - Open a rolling basis Applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to conference…

Eligibility: Eligible equipment and infrastructure costs include, but are not limited to: Grading, packing, labeling, packagin, or sorting equipment for raw agricultural products Equipment that helps to maintain the identify and traceability of products Processing equipment or physical improvements for production and/or value-added processing facility to reduce produce and food safety risks Cooler walls and…