Agriculture & Food Business Grants
UK agriculture and food businesses access funding through DEFRA schemes, devolved nation programmes, and rural development grants. Support covers farming productivity, food innovation, and rural enterprise development.
Agricultural Support
Environmental Land Management schemes, productivity grants, and farming equipment funding support the agricultural sector's transition to sustainable and efficient practices.
Food Production & Innovation
Food manufacturing and processing businesses can access innovation grants, capital funding, and export support. Agritech development is also supported through specific programmes.
Rural Enterprise
Rural businesses beyond farming can access enterprise development grants, broadband schemes, and diversification funding through LEADER-style local programmes.
US Agriculture & Food Grants
175 grants found
Hey Helen Grant
The Hey Helen Grant offers $10,000 in unrestricted funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs building mission-driven, for-profit businesses in the U.S.
NY FIRST Medical School Grant Program
The NYFIRST medical school grant program provides up to $1 million to New York State medical schools to recruit or retain top life‑science researchers, supporting lab setup, equipment, and staff, with a required 2:1 matching contribution.
Waterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program
Provides grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to eligible small businesses in Waterbury, Connecticut for projects that drive business growth and improve profitability.
Start Up Washington
Startup 365 is your starting point if you're new to business or exploring funding options. While it doesn't offer direct loans or grants, it connects you to the right programs, lenders, and technical assistance to get funding‑ready. It's especially helpful for rural, underserved, or first‑time entrepreneurs.
Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington (EFACW)
Works with the international trade experts at the Washington State Department of Commerce to provide an integrated menu of services that help businesses implement their export strategy. Provides free export finance counseling to small and medium sized Washington exporters or prospective exporters. The funds can be used for manufacturing, recycling, processing facilities, waste disposal operations, nonprofit facilities, multi‑purpose facilities (with taxable bonds).
Export Washington
Export Washington helps small businesses in Washington State grow by selling their products or services internationally. Through the STEP Grant and Export Voucher Program, qualified businesses can get cover export‑related costs like trade shows, marketing translation, certifications, and more.
USDA Rural Business Loans & Grants
If your business is located in a rural area, the USDA offers loans, loan guarantees, and grants to help you start, expand, or add value to your business. Funding supports job creation, innovation, farm‑based products, energy upgrades, and more.
SBIR & STTR Innovation Grant Programs
Competitive grant funding from 11 federal agencies. These programs offer free grant money (not loans!) to help small businesses develop and test new products, ideas, or technology.
WBDC Launch Pad Grant Program
Offers grants of up to $2,500 to help cover eligible start‑up costs for early‑stage, at least 51% woman‑owned businesses headquartered in Connecticut.
Supplier Innovative Finance Program
The Empire State Development's Supplier Innovative Finance Program offers up to $5,000 in unrestricted grants to socially and economically disadvantaged businesses in New York, along with educational resources and matchmaking sessions.
#MomsMeanBusiness
Covers business formation costs for mothers, helping them form an LLC, track expenses, secure a business name, and more.
HerRise MicroGrant
Qualification Criteria: - Ownership: The business must be at least 51% owned by women of color. - Registration: Must be a for-profit business currently registered in the United States. - Revenue: Generally intended for small businesses with less than $1 million in annual gross revenue. - Ineligible Entities: Non-profits, franchises, direct sellers (MLMs), authorized resellers, and independent consultants are not eligible to apply. Qualifying Projects: The grant is flexible and intended to help with immediate business needs. Past winners have used the funds for: - Equipment: Purchasing computers, specialized hardware, or manufacturing tools. - Digital Presence: Website creation, software subscriptions, and digital marketing tools. - Marketing: Printing promotional materials or funding social media ad campaigns. - Inventory: Purchasing raw materials or initial stock to fulfill orders. Ineligible Expenses: - Pre-Registration Costs: Expenses incurred before the business was legally registered. - Personal Use: Funds cannot be used for personal living expenses or non-business related debt. Additional Details: - Funding Amount: $1,000 awarded to one winner each month. - Application Fee: There is a $15 non-refundable administrative fee required to submit the application (used to manage the high volume of submissions). - Timeline: Applications close on the last day of every month. Winners are announced at the HerSuiteSpot First Friday Mixer the following month. - Selection: Priority is often given to members of the HerSuiteSpot network (free registration is available).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about US agriculture & food grants