Funder: California Department of Food and Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Q&A Round 1 deadline, projected) | September 2026 (Q&A Round 2 deadline, projected) | September 2026 (Q&A Round 3 deadline, projected) | October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected; due by 5:00 p.m. PT)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $1,250,000 per project (max $750/cow); total program funding approx. $58M per cycle; project term up to 24 months; 50% matching funds required in most scenarios.
Summary: Competitive grants for California dairy farms to implement advanced manure management practices that reduce methane, nitrogen, and salt impacts while supporting sustainability.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and requirements may shift; rigorous eligibility and documentation apply.