Dairy Farm Improvement Grants Open October 29
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant opens on October 29. Offered by the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC), this grant will fund projects that help dairy farmers improve their operations for long-term success.
Eligible Projects
Eligible projects may include:
- Modernizing outdated systems
- Introducing innovative solutions to improve farm viability
- Enhancing animal health and comfort
- Improving milk quality or value
- Enhancing worker conditions
- Strengthening the farm’s ability to respond to challenges
Applicant Eligibility
Eligible applicants include:
- Dairy farmers
- Producer associations
- Technical service providers applying on behalf of groups of farmers
- Milk buyers focusing on on-farm milk production or transfer
Please note: This year, the application process has two stages:
- Pre-applications are open from October 29 through December 17.
- A subset of applicants will then be invited to submit a full application in the winter.
Learn more and apply [here](link is external).
Apply Now for a NOFA-VT Farmer Resilience Grant
Applications for NOFA-VT's Farmer Resilience Grants are open as of November 1st, offering farmers access to funding for long-term resilience building projects.
Project Eligibility
The program distributes funds directly to farmers to support projects that will improve long-term resilience on farm and in the community, aligned with NOFA-VT’s mission:
- Promoting organic practices
- Building an economically viable, ecologically sound, and socially just Vermont agricultural system
Application Deadline
The application deadline is December 15, 2026.
Learn more [here](link is external).
Apply for a Working Lands Business Enhancement Grant
This grant is for farm, forest product, and food businesses using Vermont-grown ingredients. The grant range is $10,000 to $50,000. There is no match requirement.
Project Examples
Eligible projects include:
- Infrastructure
- Equipment
- Marketing
- Workforce training and development
Application Requirements
You should develop a specific project with a timeline, goals, and budget. You will also need to submit business financial documents. Grant project planning assistance is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Apply by: December 10th, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Learn more [here](link is external).
Dairy Funding Workshop Series
Nov 3 - Nov 12
Join the UVM Extension Dairy Team and partners to learn about grants and funding opportunities available to Vermont dairy producers. Explore funding opportunities, review the 2026–2027 funding schedule, and learn what types of projects are eligible for funding.
Experts will share tips, strategies, and resources to help you navigate the grant application process, including:
- Crafting your farm’s purpose statement
- Collecting supporting data and documentation for your project
- Answering project-specific questions