Ag Products Utilization Commission (APUC)
The Ag Products Utilization Commission (APUC) grant from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture funds innovative research and projects that add value to North Dakota’s agricultural products.
Funder: North Dakota Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | January 1, 2027 | March 1, 2027 | April 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027 | July 1, 2027 | September 1, 2027 | October 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: No strict maximum; typical awards range up to $25,000 (Technical Assistance), most categories require a 25% match, and duration is generally one year.
Summary: Supports innovative projects that expand and add value to North Dakota agricultural products, fostering economic growth and diversification.
Description
The Ag Products Utilization Commission (APUC) grant, administered by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, funds projects that create new or expanded uses for North Dakota’s agricultural products. The program aims to stimulate economic development, job creation, and diversification within the state’s agricultural sector. Eligible projects span a wide array of categories, including basic and applied research, marketing and utilization, farm diversification, technical assistance, nature-based agri-tourism, and prototype development and technology. Funding is awarded on a competitive, quarterly basis, with priority given to projects demonstrating strong potential for wealth and job creation, innovation, and measurable impact on North Dakota agriculture.
