AgTrack Cost Share Fund
The AgTrack Cost Share Fund from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture supports innovative, research-based agricultural, food, and forestry projects that boost farm income and business capacity in Tennessee.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: March 30, 2025 | September 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1 million per project (max 25% of total project budget); minimum project size $2 million
Summary: Supports innovative agricultural, food, and forestry projects in Tennessee that enhance farm income, market access, and business capacity.
Key Information: Projects must be based in Tennessee and funds are reimbursement-only (no pre-award costs).
Description
The AgTrack Cost Share Fund, administered by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, is a competitive grant program designed to promote agricultural development, job creation, and economic growth throughout Tennessee. The program supports new or expanding agricultural, food, and forestry businesses, as well as nonprofits and local government entities, with a focus on projects that add value or expand processing capabilities to benefit producers and forest landowners. Priority is given to initiatives that demonstrate innovation, increase farm income, expand market access, and boost business capacity—especially those with significant local economic impact in at-risk and distressed counties.
