Farm Transition Grant (FTG)
Overview
The Farm Transition Grant Program (FTG) (C.G.S. Sec. 22-26k) is a competitive matching grant program for Connecticut farmers and agricultural cooperatives to support the diversification of existing farm operations, transitioning to value-added agricultural production and sales, and other venues in which a majority of products sold are grown in the state.
Applications for the 2026 Farm Transition Grant will be accepted through Monday, January 12, 2026, at 4:00:00 PM. View the Guidance below for links to webinars and program details.
Farm Transition Grant Categories
Four unique grant categories, for which eligible applicants can apply, are available. Applicants shall select the category for which they think their project most closely qualifies. DoAg reserves the right to alter the grant category selected by the applicant. Below are summaries of each category.
New Farmer Micro Grant
Microgrants to support new individuals/partnerships who have one full year to three years of production history and are seeking long-term careers that financially support them through farming and agriculture.
- Maximum award: $5,000
- Match requirement: 25% of project costs
Infrastructure Investment Grant
To support farmers who have been in production for a minimum of three years with infrastructure to expand the farm’s production and operation.
- Maximum award: $24,999
- Match requirement: 50% of project costs
Research and Development Grant
A grant program for farms to conduct research to assess the viability and develop a new product line, service, or market.
- Maximum award: $24,999
- Match requirement: 40% of project costs
Innovation and Diversification Grant
A grant program for the implementation of a new product or service for market or business expansion after a research and development phase has been explored.
- Maximum award: $49,999
- Match requirement: 25% of project costs
