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Apply for enrollment now at macd.org/mcsfp. Local conservation district staff provide outreach, application support, and technical assistance throughout the process. For general questions, contact Alex Cacciari, Farmer Programs Specialist, alex.cacciari@macd.org, (734) 604-2820.

Alex Cacciari

Farmer Programs Specialist

Notice: On April 14, 2025, USDA canceled the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities (PCSC). The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) has relaunched its grower-focused funding under USDA's Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) program as&#x2004;the Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP). Enrollment is open now — apply at macd.org/mcsfp.


The Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP) is a relaunched cost-share program led by the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) and local partners. Formerly known as the Michigan Climate Smart Farms Project, MCSFP has been redesigned to put more resources directly into farmers' hands. The relaunch shifts funding away from impact tracking, verification programs, and administrative overhead and toward direct payments for on-farm investments that improve farm viability and resilience.


MCSFP is designed to support farms of all scales and scopes. Priority will be given to those seeking practical improvements that reduce risk, improve efficiency, or strengthen long-term farm viability; however, any farm in good standing with the FSA can apply and will be considered. Funding regions and local partners span Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw, and Hillsdale counties and Detroit/urban areas.


This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, under agreement number NR233A750004G081.



Notice: On April 14, 2025, USDA canceled the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities (PCSC). The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) has relaunched its grower-focused funding under USDA's Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) program as the Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP). Enrollment is open now — apply at macd.org/mcsfp.

The Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP) is a relaunched cost-share program led by the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) and local partners. Formerly known as the Michigan Climate Smart Farms Project, MCSFP has been redesigned to put more resources directly into farmers' hands. The relaunch shifts funding away from impact tracking, verification programs, and administrative overhead and toward direct payments for on-farm investments that improve farm viability and resilience.

MCSFP is designed to support farms of all scales and scopes. Priority will be given to those seeking practical improvements that reduce risk, improve efficiency, or strengthen long-term farm viability; however, any farm in good standing with the FSA can apply and will be considered. Funding regions and local partners span Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw, and Hillsdale counties and Detroit/urban areas.

This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, under agreement number NR233A750004G081.

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

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Corn

Soybeans

Fruits

Vegetables

Specialty Crops

Livestock

Sweet Corn

Grain Corn

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

Watercress

Winter Cress

Yuca

Alfalfa Sprouts

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

Apiary

Anise

Basil

Cassava

Chia

Cinnamon

Curry Leaves

Forbs

Fresh Parsley

Galanga

Ginger

Ginseng

Guayule

Herbs

Hops

Lotus Root

Marjoram

Meadowfoam

Mint

Moringa

Niger Seed

Oregano

Parsley

Pennycress

Peppermint

Pohole

Psyllium

Rosemary

Sage

Savory

Sorrel

Spearmint

Tangos

Thyme

Turmeric

Vanilla

Wasabi

Water Cress

Yu Cha

Maple Sap

Almonds

Avocados

Carob

Cashew

Chestnuts

Coffee

Hazelnuts

Jojoba

Macadamia Nuts

Noni

Olives

Pecans

Persimmons

Pine Nuts

Pistachios

Quinces

Walnuts

Beef Cattle

Dairy Cattle

Feeder Cattle

Slaughter Cattle

Calves

Heifers

Steers

Bulls

Barrows

Boars

Feeder Pigs

List of Michigan Association of Conservation Districts Funding Opportunities