Grants - Arkansas Department of Agriculture
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Grants - Arkansas Department of Agriculture supports Arkansas farmers and communities through specialty crop, food infrastructure, forestry, and water projects that strengthen production and local systems.
Funder: Arkansas Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (State Revolving Fund priority list) | March 2027 (State Revolving Fund priority list) | May 2027 (Specialty Crop Block Grant) | July 2027 (State Revolving Fund priority list)
Funding Amounts: Specialty Crop proposals: at least $20,000; Northwest Arkansas farmer grants: up to $15,000; Urban and Community Forestry Assistance: federal share up to 50%
Summary: Department programs support Arkansas specialty crops, local food production, food infrastructure, community forestry, and water and wastewater projects.
Key Information: Each program has distinct applicants and project requirements; the Northwest Arkansas farmer pilot is limited to four counties.
Description
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture administers programs for agricultural industries and communities across the state. Its USDA-funded Specialty Crop Block Grant Program seeks to improve the competitiveness of Arkansas fruits, vegetables, horticulture, floriculture, and tree nuts. The Arkansas Grown farmer pilot, supported by the Walton Family Foundation, helps Northwest Arkansas farmers expand fruit and vegetable production for wholesale markets.
The USDA-funded Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program supports food processing, aggregation, distribution, and on-farm equipment. U.S. Forest Service funds support projects involving urban and community trees and forests. The department also offers water and wastewater financial assistance through state and federal programs, each with its own terms.
