Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant funds safety equipment and improvements for grain bins and silos to reduce risks for farm workers.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: May 1, 2027 (Annual priority deadline) | June 30, 2027 (Final deadline or until funds run out)
Funding Amounts: Up to $400 per bin/silo, $2,400 per farm per fiscal year, and 75% of eligible expenses; $75,000 available annually statewide (shared with ROPS program).
Summary: Supports Minnesota farmers in purchasing and installing safety equipment for on-farm grain bins and silos to improve worker safety.
Key Information: Application must be approved and contract signed before purchases; reimbursement only.
Description
This program provides financial assistance to Minnesota farmers for purchasing and installing safety equipment on grain bins and silos. The grant aims to reduce hazards and improve safety for agricultural workers by supporting the adoption of modern safety practices and equipment, such as fall protection systems, guardrails, dust collection systems, and personal protective equipment. Funding is provided by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, with a focus on cost-sharing for eligible improvements that enhance on-farm grain storage safety.
