Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grant
Forecasted
The Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grant funds advanced equipment and technology to help Iowa dairies modernize, expand processing, and reduce labor through science-driven solutions.
Funder: Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per awardee; $500,000 total allocated for 2026–2027; 1:1 cash match required; 12-month project period.
Summary: Supports Iowa dairies in modernizing operations and expanding on-farm processing through innovative equipment and technology funding.
Key Information: This is a reimbursement grant; expenses incurred before contract execution are ineligible.
Description
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship's Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grant aims to help Iowa dairy businesses modernize operations, reduce labor, and expand on-farm processing capacity. The program funds innovative projects—such as new pasteurization systems, packaging technology, and labor-saving devices like milking robots—to strengthen Iowa's dairy sector, create jobs, and increase flexibility and market opportunities for small-scale producers. Grant funds are distributed as reimbursements after project completion.
