Rural Field to Market Grant 2026

About

A grant program providing funding support for small- to mid-size farm and food businesses located within a specific service area in Minnesota, aimed at enhancing production capabilities and business operations. Participants can apply for significant financial assistance to cover various business-related expenses, ensuring they have the resources needed to grow and succeed in the agricultural sector.

Benefits

• 💰Grant Funding
  Up to $20,000 available for eligible projects
• 💼Total Funding Pool
  A total of $450,000 is available for distribution
• 🛠️ Business Activity Support
  Funds can be used for pre-and-post harvest related business activities, including equipment or supplies associated with expanding production, staff time, business planning, software implementation, processing, and packing equipment

Eligibility Criteria

• Located within the 16-county Minnesota service area
• Small- to mid-size farm and food businesses
• Producers, processors, aggregators, distributors, and others within the food supply chain

Participation Commitments

• Must attend two live webinars for more information on the grant
• Complete the application in one session as it cannot be saved for later edits
• Gather all required materials and address any questions before the submission deadline

Target Region

Minnesota

Target Sector

Agriculture/Food