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The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) will accept concept proposals between January 5, 2026 and February 13, 2026 for projects starting no earlier than January 1, 2027 and ending no later than November 15, 2028.
CDA anticipates awarding approximately $700,000 to FFY 2026 projects.
Producer groups, organizations, and associations, as well as state and local governments, colleges and universities, nonprofits, and other specialty crop stakeholders are eligible to apply either as single entities or in combined efforts. Proposals submitted by individual producers must demonstrate that the potential impact of the project will accrue to a broader group of similar producers, region, or industry segment. Projects may not solely benefit individuals, individual operations, or individual companies or businesses.
CDA encourages applicants to submit concept proposals that focus on the following State priorities:
1. Creating and expanding pathways to increase profitability and access diverse markets;
2. Addressing labor challenges;
3. Investing in new agricultural technology; and
4. Responding to pest, disease, and climate pressures.
CDA’s competitive solicitation process will be divided into two (2) phases: 
- Phase 1: Concept Proposal
- Phase 2: Project Plan
Applicants may submit one or more concept proposals in Phase 1 using the online application form by 5:00 pm MST on February 13, 2026. All eligible concept proposals will be evaluated by a review committee comprised of experts and qualified individuals.
Applicants will be notified whether they have been selected to participate in Phase 2 and complete a project plan to be included in Colorado's FFY 2026 state plan in mid-March or early April 2026. CDA will provide further instructions at that time.

Colorado Department of Agriculture

The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is a federal&#x2004;grant program administered by the Colorado Department of Agriculture to enhance the competitiveness of Colorado specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture). For a list of eligible and ineligible commodities, visit the [U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service website](https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/scbgp/specialty-crop).


**Phase 1: Concept Proposal (open to eligible applicants)**

- Application Opens: Monday, January 5, 2026

- Informational Webinar ([Watch the recording](https://youtu.be/bTR1aVbKwmg?si=Y9tf3fPspaYGhv5u)

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- ): Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12 pm MST

- Application Closes: Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5 pm MST

- Review Period: mid-February to mid-March 2026

- Notices Sent to Applicants: late March or early April 2026

**Phase 2: Project Plan (by invitation only)**

- Invitation to Submit Project Plan: late March or early April 2026

- Project Plan Due: Friday, April 17, 2026 by 5:00 pm MST

- Project Plans Submitted to USDA: late April or early May 2026 (estimate)

- Project Plan Revisions with USDA: June to August 2026 (estimate)

**Grant Award**

- USDA Notice of Award: By September 30, 2026

- Grant Agreement Process: October to December 2026 (estimate)

- Earliest Project Start Date: January 1, 2027\*

- Latest Project End Date: November 15, 2028

- Annual Reports Due: November 2027, November 2028, November 2029

\*Subrecipients cannot be reimbursed for project costs incurred before the effective date of their agreement with the State.

CDA may deviate from this anticipated schedule as needed and without notice.



The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is a federal grant program administered by the Colorado Department of Agriculture to enhance the competitiveness of Colorado specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture). For a list of eligible and ineligible commodities, visit the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service website.

Phase 1: Concept Proposal (open to eligible applicants)
- Application Opens: Monday, January 5, 2026
- Informational Webinar (Watch the recording
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- ): Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12 pm MST
- Application Closes: Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5 pm MST
- Review Period: mid-February to mid-March 2026
- Notices Sent to Applicants: late March or early April 2026
Phase 2: Project Plan (by invitation only)
- Invitation to Submit Project Plan: late March or early April 2026
- Project Plan Due: Friday, April 17, 2026 by 5:00 pm MST
- Project Plans Submitted to USDA: late April or early May 2026 (estimate)
- Project Plan Revisions with USDA: June to August 2026 (estimate)
Grant Award
- USDA Notice of Award: By September 30, 2026
- Grant Agreement Process: October to December 2026 (estimate)
- Earliest Project Start Date: January 1, 2027*
- Latest Project End Date: November 15, 2028
- Annual Reports Due: November 2027, November 2028, November 2029
*Subrecipients cannot be reimbursed for project costs incurred before the effective date of their agreement with the State.
CDA may deviate from this anticipated schedule as needed and without notice.

- Producer groups, organizations, and associations, as well as state and/or local organizations, academia, and other specialty crops stakeholders are eligible to apply with projects lasting from approximately January 1, 2024 to November 15, 2025, either as single entities or in combined efforts.
- Proposals submitted by individual producers must demonstrate that the potential impact of the project will accrue to a broader group of similar producers, region or industry segment. Projects may not solely benefit individuals, individual operations, or individual companies or businesses. 
- All projects must solely enhance the competitiveness of Colorado specialty crops.

A lump sum of money for a specific purpose that does not need to be paid back.

Grant

Specialty Crops

Aloe Leaves

Blackberries

Fruits

Honey

Horticulture

Mamey Sapote

Maple Syrup

Mustard Greens

Parsnips

Passion Fruit

Pineapples

Plantains

Pummelos

Raspberries

Rutabagas

Tree Nuts

Vegetables

Abiu

Achachairu

Antidesma

Apples

Apricots

Bananas

Barbados Cherry

Blueberries

Breadfruit

Cacao

Caimito

Calabaza Melon

Canary Melon

Canary Seed

Caneberries

Canistel

Cantaloupes

Casaba Melon

Cherries

Chinese Bitter Melon

Chokeberry

Citron

Citron Melon

Coconuts

Cranberries

Crenshaw Melon

Custard Apple

Dates

Dragon Fruit

Durian

Elderberries

Figs

Genip

Goji

Gooseberries

Grapefruit

Grapes

Guava

Guavaberry

Honeyberries

Honeydew

Huckleberries

Israel Melons

Jack Fruit

Jujube

Juneberries

Kiwiberry

Kiwifruit

Korean Golden Melon

Kumquats

Langsat

Lemons

Limequats

Limes

Longan

Loquats

Lychee

Mangos

Mangosteen

Mayhaw Berries

Mesple

Mulberries

Nectarines

Oranges

Papaya

Passion Fruits

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Pineapple

Plantain

Plumcots

Plums

Pomegranates

Prunes

Pummelo

Raisins

Rambutan

Sapodilla

Sapote

Schizandra Berries

Soursop

Sprite Melon

Star Fruit

Star Gooseberry

Strawberries

Sugar Apple

Tangelos

Tangerines

Tangors

Wampee

Watermelon

Wax Jamboo Fruit

Winter Melon

Apiary

Anise

Basil

Cassava

Chia

Cinnamon

Ground Cherry

Wine

Cilantro

Boston Lettuce

Green Leaf Lettuce

Iceberg Lettuce

Lolla Rossa Lettuce

Oak Leaf Lettuce

Red Leaf Lettuce

Romaine Lettuce

Dry Onions

Green Onions

Bell Peppers

Potato Seeds

Processing Potatoes

Russet Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Zucchini

Turnip Top

- Watch a recording of the 1/13/2026 informational webinar on YouTube
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- Obtain a Unique Entity ID (UEI) from SAM.gov
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- View USDA's list of plants commonly considered specialty crops as well as ineligible commodities
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- Read summaries of previously funded SCBGP projects
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- Review last year's (FFY 2025) Request for Applications (RFA) from USDA-AMS
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- Read through USDA-AMS Grant Division's General Terms and Conditions
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For any technical issues, email us at cda_scbgp@state.co.us
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The Colorado Department of Agriculture is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to its services, programs, activities, education, employment, and applications. If accommodation or assistance is requested, please contact us at cda_a11y@state.co.us
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Certification

Distribution

Diversification

Events

Trade Show

Certified Organic

Trade Relief

An electronic copy of the proposal and supporting materials (e.g., project support letters from partners) must be submitted to the Chesapeake Bay Implementation Program. All proposals must be completed following the Grant Proposal Format detailed in this RFP. Proposals will not be accepted by facsimile machine submission. Please submit all applications to Conservationbmps@Delaware.gov by March 5, 2025.

Holly Walker

Ben Coverdale

Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grants (CBIG) enable states the lie in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to meet the goals outlined in the [2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement](https://www.chesapeakebay.net/what/what_guides_us/watershed_agreement), such as improving water quality.


Delaware’s Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant is detailed in a 6-year work plan. It relies on partnerships to help meet local goals. The CBIG is used to help fund water quality-based best management practices (BMP) projects&#x2004;and priorities under the following objectives:

- **Objective 1:** Support coordinated efforts and bring together stakeholders in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

- **Objective 2:** Monitor and evaluate progress towards achieving Delaware’s TMDLs and Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.

- **Objective 3:** Accelerate implementation of cost-effective practices and enhance partnerships in the agriculture sector.

- **Objective 4:** Accelerate implementation of cost-effective practices and utilize partnerships in the developed and natural sector.

- **Objective 5:** Investigate and determine toxic contaminant levels within Delaware’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay, and address as appropriate.



Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grants (CBIG) enable states the lie in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to meet the goals outlined in the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, such as improving water quality.

Delaware’s Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant is detailed in a 6-year work plan. It relies on partnerships to help meet local goals. The CBIG is used to help fund water quality-based best management practices (BMP) projects and priorities under the following objectives:
- Objective 1: Support coordinated efforts and bring together stakeholders in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
- Objective 2: Monitor and evaluate progress towards achieving Delaware’s TMDLs and Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.
- Objective 3: Accelerate implementation of cost-effective practices and enhance partnerships in the agriculture sector.
- Objective 4: Accelerate implementation of cost-effective practices and utilize partnerships in the developed and natural sector.
- Objective 5: Investigate and determine toxic contaminant levels within Delaware’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay, and address as appropriate.

Eligible applicants may be public and private entities, including local governments (county, city, or town), conservation districts, tribal authorities, regional development centers, local school systems, colleges and universities, homeowner’s associations, and local nonprofit organizations including those representing local governments, state agencies, federal agencies, watershed groups, and for-profit groups within the State of Delaware’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Preference is given to projects involving cooperative partnerships.

Eligible proposals are selected for funding by the DNREC Chesapeake Implementation Program through a competitive grant process. Each CBIG project must have a 100% match of the federal grant funds requested. Match may be a combination of cash and in-kind services.
The DNREC Chesapeake Implementation Program administers the grant application process and provides technical and financial guidance during the grant application and project period.
Proposals for funding under the CBIG grant should follow the CBIG Request for Proposals guidelines document.


A payment that requires some percentage of matching contributions by the recipient.

Cost Share

- Request for Proposals
- Watershed Management Plans

Irrigation

Water Quality

Waterway Protection

Wetland Conservation

Air Quality

Carbon Capture

High Tunnel

Landscape

Regenerative

Soil Health

Wildlife & Pollinator Habitat

Certified Grassfed

Cover Crops

Reduced Tillage

Water Management

The CBIG requires a non-federal match component as part of the funding award to any grantee. The CBIG requires a 100% non-federal match in the form of non-federal funds, in-kind services and/or a combination of the two. 
For example, a BMP implementation project requesting $25,000 in CBIG federal funds must have a non-federal match of at least $25,000 in the form of cash funds, in-kind services and/or a combination of both. 

The Frontera Farmer Foundation is committed to&#x2004;promoting small, sustainable Midwestern farms serving the Chicago area, by providing them with capital development grants. Small local farms, which often struggle financially, are more likely to promote biodiversity by planting a wide range of produce and operate using organic practices. By their artisanal approach to agriculture, the freshness of their product and the variety of their offerings, these farmers insure the highest quality food while they add immeasurably to the fabric of their local rural community.



The Frontera Farmer Foundation is committed to promoting small, sustainable Midwestern farms serving the Chicago area, by providing them with capital development grants. Small local farms, which often struggle financially, are more likely to promote biodiversity by planting a wide range of produce and operate using organic practices. By their artisanal approach to agriculture, the freshness of their product and the variety of their offerings, these farmers insure the highest quality food while they add immeasurably to the fabric of their local rural community.

Frontera Farmer Foundation will award grants for capital improvements of up to $15,000 to small and mid-size farmers in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin that sell their food products to customers in the Chicago area at farmers markets and otherwise. We define “small and midsize” to mean family farms with up to $600,000 in annual gross revenue.
Farmers must have been in business for at least three years and must demonstrate how the grant will improve both their farm’s viability and the availability of locally grown food products in the Chicago area. Farms that have been awarded grants will be eligible every other year, for a maximum of three awards.

Nonprofit farms & farms connected to nonprofit organizations are not eligible for grants.

Each application is reviewed with consideration of the farm’s long-term dedication to sustainable farming, the business’ demonstrated need and financial sustainability, and the expected outcomes of this support. Applicants will also be judged on their past history with the foundation. Additional grants will be approved only after a farm has demonstrated the initial grant had a measurable impact on the farms infrastructure and ability to provide locally grown food to the Chicago area.

- Sample Profit & Loss PDF
- Sample Profit & Loss Excel
- Sample Debt Schedule PDF
- Sample Debt Schedule Excel
- 2026 Grant Application PDF

Farmers Market

Food Systems

Local Food

Marketing

Conservation

Research

Compliance

Grant applicants will be judged on the basis of demonstrated need, long-term dedication to sustainable farming, creative and business acumen, and commitment to sustainability. Applicants will also be judged on their past history with the foundation. Additional grants will be approved only after a farm has demonstrated the initial grant had a measurable impact on the farms infrastructure and ability to provide locally grown food to the Chicago area.

The links below provide detailed information on how to apply, as well as the complete set of application documents.
For additional details and to submit your application, please visit: https://www.gotomygrants.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/3ed1663f-8d32-45b7-b66e-e83a80f27079. 

- SCBG Euna/AmpliFund Training
    - All applications must be submitted through Euna/AmpliFund. For step-by-step guidance on completing your application, please view this recorded training.
- 2026 SCBG Application
    - When opening the template, you will receive a ‘Please wait…’ error message. Please download the document to your computer and open the file with Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat to access the application pdf. USDA requires the use of a specific document format, known as XFA (XML Forms Architecture), for submitting the application.
- 2026 SCBG Application Webinar Video
- 2026 SCBG Application Webinar Presentation
- 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Application Guidelines
- Application Outcome Measures and Indicators
    - Sales is a MANDATORY measure for all marketing and promotion projects. Any projects using Outcome 1, MUST include Indicator 1.5
- Register with SAM.gov
- SCBG Application Example
- USDA Multi-State SCBGP Information


Specialty crop grant funding is provided by the United States Department of Agriculture and is allocated to the state to be awarded through a competitive grant process. Projects must solely enhance the competitiveness of U.S. grown specialty crops in either domestic or foreign markets and must provide a benefit to more than just the applicant. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture.

### Projects may include, but&#x2004;are not limited to:

- Increasing child and adult nutrition knowledge and consumption of specialty crops 

- Pest and disease control 

- Sustainability 

- Enhancing food safety 

- Developing new and improved seed varieties and specialty crops 

- Improving efficiency and reducing costs of distribution systems 

- Improving the capacity of all entities in the specialty crop distribution chain to comply with the requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act 

- Investing in specialty crop research, including research to focus on conservation and environmental outcomes 



Specialty crop grant funding is provided by the United States Department of Agriculture and is allocated to the state to be awarded through a competitive grant process. Projects must solely enhance the competitiveness of U.S. grown specialty crops in either domestic or foreign markets and must provide a benefit to more than just the applicant. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture.
Projects may include, but are not limited to:
- Increasing child and adult nutrition knowledge and consumption of specialty crops 
- Pest and disease control 
- Sustainability 
- Enhancing food safety 
- Developing new and improved seed varieties and specialty crops 
- Improving efficiency and reducing costs of distribution systems 
- Improving the capacity of all entities in the specialty crop distribution chain to comply with the requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act 
- Investing in specialty crop research, including research to focus on conservation and environmental outcomes 

Projects must enhance the competitiveness of Idaho grown specialty crops in either domestic or foreign markets and must provide a benefit to more than a single organization, institution, or individual. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture. For a list of eligible and ineligible specialty crops, see Specialty Crop Definition.
Funds are available to interested local, state, and federal government agencies, non-profit and for-profit organizations, and universities.

Projects may include, but are not limited to: 
- Increasing child and adult nutrition knowledge and consumption of specialty crops 
- Pest and disease control 
- Sustainability 
- Enhancing food safety 
- Developing new and improved seed varieties and specialty crops 
- Improving efficiency and reducing costs of distribution systems 
- Developing and enhancing domestic and international markets
- Expanding availability and access to specialty crops
- Enhancing local food systems
- Improving production practices through innovative technologies
- Improving agricultural workforce
- Improving the capacity of all entities in the specialty crop distribution chain in developing good agricultural, handling, or manufacturing practices.
- Investing in specialty crop research, including research to focus on conservation and environmental outcomes.


- SCBG Euna/AmpliFund Training
- 2026 SCBG Application
- 2026 SCBG Application Webinar Video
- 2026 SCBG Application Webinar Presentation
- 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Application Guidelines
- Application Outcome Measures and Indicators
- Register with SAM.gov
- SCBG Application Example
- USDA Multi-State SCBGP Information


Inputs

- Carefully read the 2026 AGRI Urban Ag Community & Economic Development Grant RFP (PDF) and FY26 Urban Ag Youth Education Grant RFP (PDF) for eligibility, requirements, and priorities.
- Apply for an AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant.
    - If you are a new user, you will need to create an account.
    - Once you are logged in, select either "FY26 AGRI Urban Agriculture Community and Economic Development Grant" or "FY26 AGRI Urban Agriculture Youth Education Grant."

Apply for an AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant

Contact us if you need this information in an alternative format.

Emily Mehr

**NEW, in fiscal year (FY) 2026, there are two funding opportunities:**

- The **Community and Economic Development Grant** if for projects that directly support community development or increase economic vitality through urban agriculture. Projects must benefit multiple growers or community members.

- The **Youth Education Grant** will support projects that focus on starting or growing agricultural-based education programs from early childhood through post-secondary and&#x2004;young adult-aged students.

Previously, there was one grant to support either youth education or community engagement projects in urban agriculture. This year, there are two separate grants.


The AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant Program encourages urban youth agricultural education and urban agriculture community development within city limits of urban or peri-urban areas.


Grants help organizations and communities obtain the materials and services necessary to successfully promote urban youth agricultural education and urban agriculture community development.



NEW, in fiscal year (FY) 2026, there are two funding opportunities:
- The Community and Economic Development Grant if for projects that directly support community development or increase economic vitality through urban agriculture. Projects must benefit multiple growers or community members.
- The Youth Education Grant will support projects that focus on starting or growing agricultural-based education programs from early childhood through post-secondary and young adult-aged students.
Previously, there was one grant to support either youth education or community engagement projects in urban agriculture. This year, there are two separate grants.

The AGRI Urban Agriculture Grant Program encourages urban youth agricultural education and urban agriculture community development within city limits of urban or peri-urban areas.

Grants help organizations and communities obtain the materials and services necessary to successfully promote urban youth agricultural education and urban agriculture community development.

The following groups are eligible to apply:
- For-profit businesses
- Nonprofit organizations
- Schools or school districts
- Post-secondary institutions
- Local government entities
- Native American tribal communities or governments

Project Eligibility:

Eligible grant projects must directly support the goals of promoting urban agriculture youth education or urban agriculture community development. Projects must be located in or serve communities that meet one of the following criteria:
- Cities with a population over 5,000, or
- Located within the boundaries of federally recognized Tribal land and serving Tribal community members, regardless of population size.
You'll find a list of eligible cities and Tribal areas in the Request for Proposals (RFP).
- Eligible grant expenses include but aren't limited to the purchase and installation of equipment; capital expenditures (costs incurred to make physical improvements to or construct a facility); personnel (staff/contractor) time; transportation costs; and translation costs.

- FY26 Urban Ag Community & Economic Development Grant RFP (PDF)
- FY26 Urban Ag Youth Education Grant RFP (PDF)
- FY 26 AGRI Urban Ag Budget Table template
- FY 26 AGRI Urban Ag Authority to Apply Letter template
- AGRI Overview

List of Agricultural Funding with Applications Closing Soon