RFA 0262 - County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Planning Grants
Supports New York counties in developing or updating science-based agricultural and farmland protection plans to promote sustainable land use and strengthen local agriculture.
Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per county (or $100,000 for joint county applications); 50% match required (min. 20% cash, max. 80% in-kind); total program allocation $600,000.
Summary: Supports New York counties in developing or updating agricultural and farmland protection plans to promote sustainable land use and local agriculture.
Description
This program provides financial assistance to New York counties for the development or updating of county agriculture and farmland protection plans. The initiative aims to foster the long-term viability and resilience of local agriculture by supporting strategic planning that promotes the protection and sustainable use of agricultural land. Counties can use funds to create new plans or revise existing ones, ensuring their agricultural policies reflect current challenges and opportunities.
