Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program
The Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program funds Pennsylvania farms to access expert planning and consulting services for business growth, succession, and diversification, supporting long-term agricultural sustainability.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: August 8, 2026 (opens) | Rolling until funds exhausted
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per grant (covers 75% of project costs); total program funding is $500,000 for FY 2026–2027
Summary: Supports professional services for Pennsylvania farms to develop business, succession, expansion, and diversification plans.
Key Information: Reimbursement grant; in-kind support does not count toward match; funds available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Description
The Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program provides funding to Pennsylvania farms for professional services that help with business planning, ownership transitions, farm expansion, diversification, and building teams of financial and technical advisors. The program aims to strengthen the long-term viability of farms, facilitate smooth transitions (including within families), and support farms under conservation easements to remain productive and profitable. Grants are reimbursement-based and cover a range of eligible planning and consulting services.
