Regenerative Agriculture Education and Outreach Grants
Forecasted
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development grants support education, outreach, and farmer-led research to promote regenerative agriculture across Michigan.
Funder: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: ~$15,000 per award; total pool ~$300,000 annually (recent cycle); typically 1-year projects
Summary: Supports Michigan Conservation Districts in expanding education and outreach to promote regenerative agriculture and build farmer-to-farmer networks.
Key Information: For Conservation Districts in Michigan; dates and details are projected—check program page for updates.
Description
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) provides competitive grants to Conservation Districts across Michigan to expand and enhance education and outreach activities that promote regenerative agriculture. The program aims to accelerate the adoption of regenerative practices by showcasing successful management, increasing awareness of challenges and opportunities, highlighting farmer-led innovations, and fostering farm-to-farm networking. Ultimately, these grants seek to build resilient farming communities and support sustainable agricultural systems throughout the state.
