Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Due Dates: March 2, 2026 (Deadline for submittal of questions) | April 20, 2026 (Full proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $25 million total available (Round 31); individual projects may request up to $5 million; typical state cost-share is up to 87.5% of eligible costs; project duration: 3 years (planning) or 5 years (implementation).
Summary: Supports NY Soil & Water Conservation Districts to plan or implement agricultural best management practices that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality.
Key Information: Only Soil & Water Conservation Districts (or groups) are eligible to apply; proposals must address nonpoint source pollution on NY farms.