The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for over $1.5 million in Round #2 federal funding available through the ARPA Agriculture Infrastructure Grant Program.
Donor Name: Montana Department of Agriculture
State: Montana
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/29/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
The intent of the Agriculture Infrastructure Grant Program is to advance Montana’s agricultural industry through targeted investments in value-added agriculture projects across the state. Grants will assist with the development of innovative agricultural business improvements to keep pace with a transforming agricultural industry, create new jobs, and expand business opportunities.
Funding Information
- Total funds available for grant awards are $1.5 million. No proposal may request more than $450,000.
- Project activities must take place between June 1st, 2024, and December 16th, 2024.
Eligible Costs
Eligible costs under the ARPA AIG include, but are not limited to:
- Equipment
- Facilities Upgrades
- Consultant Services (professional, technical, operational)
- Advertising and Promotion
- Supplies and Materials.
Funding Criteria
An applicant may be eligible for an award if the proposal meets the goals of ARPA AIG and:
- primarily adds value to Montana’s agricultural products,
- has the prospects for commercial success given current personnel, experience and resources of the applicant,
- has the prospects to create and/or retain jobs in Montana,
- has the management structure to comply with ongoing reporting and monitoring activities.
Who is eligible?
Proposals will be accepted from:
- Individuals
- Businesses and Industry Organizations
- Public and Private Agencies and Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Local Governments.
For more information, visit MDA.
