Grants

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• Agricultural Enhancement Grant (formerly Farm Viability)

  The Agricultural Enhancement (C.G.S. Sec. 22-26j) is a competitive matching grant program open to municipalities, regional planning organizations, associations of municipalities, and agricultural non-profits. Please be aware this is a reimbursement grant.

• Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Grant

  Geared towards fostering climate-resilient practices within the agricultural and forestry sectors, this grant supports initiatives that mitigate the impact of climate change.

• CT Grown for CT Kids Grant

  Focused on connecting local agriculture with school nutrition programs, this initiative aims to promote healthy eating habits among children while supporting local farmers.

• Farm Transition Grant (FTG)

  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.

• Organic Certification Cost Share Grant Program

  Through this grant, Connecticut certified organic growers and processors can be reimbursed for 75%, up to $750, for the cost of receiving and maintaining USDA organic certification.

• Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program

  A grant to support activities in the middle of the food supply chain including aggregation, processing, and distribution.

• Specialty Crop Block Grant

  Geared towards specialty crops, this grant supports projects that enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of crops such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and horticultural products.