Matching Enterprise Grants for Agriculture (MEGA)

Learn more about the Matching Enterprise Grants for Agriculture (MEGA) program and how to apply.

Overview

The Matching Enterprise Grants for Agriculture (MEGA) program assists beginning farms who are between 1 and 10 years in business by providing technical assistance (including a mentorship option) and business planning assistance. Grant funds of up to $15,000, $20,000, or $30,000 may be available on a 1:1 matching cost reimbursement basis to assist farmers whose goal is to raise agricultural products and who are developing their farms into commercially viable operations. Funds are typically used for equipment, infrastructure, or other capital improvements to implement strategies identified during the planning process to help their business grow.

Details

This program is not currently accepting applications. The deadline has passed to apply for fiscal year 2027 program participation. Please contact the program coordinator if you’d like to be notified when the next application becomes available.