[California Department of Food and Agriculture](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov)

October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $750,000 per project; maximum project duration is 30 months.

Funds California dairy and livestock operations to implement non-digester manure management practices that reduce methane emissions.

Forecasted grant; all dates are projected based on annual cycles.

--- ## Description The Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) provides financial support to California dairy and livestock operations for implementing non-digester manure management practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, specifically methane. The program promotes environmentally responsible manure handling and storage methods—such as pasture-based management, compost bedded pack barns, solid separation, and conversion from flush to dry scrape collection—to limit methane production from manure decomposition in anaerobic conditions. AMMP aligns with California’s goal of cutting methane emissions to 40% below 2013 levels by 2030 and is open to a wide range of farm sizes and management styles. In addition to climate benefits, eligible practices can improve water and air quality, support soil health, and enhance manure recycling. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $750,000 per project - Maximum project duration: 30 months - Applicants may submit multiple applications, but each must be for a unique project site - Total program funding varies by cycle (recent rounds have awarded $17–$20 million in total) --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: Commercial dairy and livestock operations in California - Projects must be located on a commercial California dairy or livestock operation - Only one award per site; former awardees may reapply only for new sites - Eligible practices must reduce methane emissions and include: - Pasture-based management - Compost bedded pack barns - Solid separation - Conversion from flush to dry scrape manure collection - Operations with an existing anaerobic digester funded by CDFA's DDRDP or prior AMMP award at the same site are not eligible - Organizations may apply on behalf of an operation, but the grant agreement will be with the operation itself - Applicants must be able to obtain necessary permits within 18 months of grant execution --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the CDFA grants portal (platform may change; check program page for updates) - Required attachments typically include: - Project narrative - Site plan and project design documents - Budget worksheet and supporting cost documentation - Benefits Calculator Tool (quantifies GHG reductions) - Relevant permits or evidence of permit progress - Free technical assistance is available through CDFA-funded providers and UC Cooperative Extension specialists - Applicants are encouraged to attend CDFA workshops and review the Request for Grant Applications (RGA) for detailed instructions --- ## Additional Information - Project costs already funded by another state or federal grant are not eligible for reimbursement (“no double dipping”) - The project must result in quantifiable methane emission reductions using California Air Resource Board (CARB) methodology - Projects must be operational for at least five years after completion - Awarded projects are required to submit annual post-project reports for five years --- ## External Links - [Program homepage (CDFA AMMP)](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/ammp/) - [2023–2024 Technical Assistance Providers (PDF)](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/technical/docs/2023_ammp_taps.pdf) - [Frequently Asked Questions (2024, PDF)](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/ammp/docs/2024_AMMP_FAQ.pdf) - [Past awarded projects and program data (PDF)](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oars/AMMP/docs/AMMP_Project_Level_Data.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | OfficeOfPublicAffairs@cdfa.ca.gov
916-654-0466 | | Program Information | [Contact CDFA](https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/Contact_Us.html) | | Technical Assistance | [Find providers](https://ciwr.ucanr.edu/Programs/ClimateSmartAg/TechnicalAssistanceProviders/) | ---

Alternative Manure Management Program

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