Horticulture Fund Grant
Forecasted
The Horticulture Fund Grant from MDARD funds research and outreach to protect Michigan’s plants from invasive pests, focusing on nursery and ornamental horticulture.
Funder: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (proposal deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; approximately $50,000 available annually; project duration typically 1 year.
Summary: Supports research, training, and outreach projects to protect Michigan’s plants from invasive pests through competitive grants.
Description
The Horticulture Fund Grant, administered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), is a competitive program established to advance research, enhance training, and develop outreach materials focused on safeguarding Michigan’s plants and plant products from invasive pests. The program funds applied and basic research, as well as outreach, training, and demonstration projects, with a strong emphasis on addressing the needs of the state’s nursery and ornamental horticulture sectors. Projects must clearly demonstrate their impact on Michigan’s horticultural industry and align with identified commodity priorities.
