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South Dakota Agriculture Grants

Explore 11 grant opportunities

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$150,000
South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SD DANR)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and individuals in South Dakota to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the state's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticultural products.

Agriculture
State governments
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Local Roots Grant
$5,000
Northern State University
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to small businesses in northeast South Dakota focused on agriculture, environmental solutions, and health, while also engaging undergraduate students in hands-on learning experiences.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Dairy Business Builder Grant Program
$100,000
Center for Dairy Research
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2025

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to dairy farms and processing facilities in select Midwestern states to promote product development, diversification, and value-added dairy innovations.

Science and Technology
Exclusive - see details
Nominations open for Specialty Crop Producer Award 2024
Contact for amount
Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 28, 2024

This award recognizes and honors a South Dakota farmer who has significantly contributed to the production and promotion of specialty crops, encouraging innovation and mentorship within the local agricultural community.

Health
County governments
501vc® Investment Fund for Early-stage Climate Tech Startups
$300,000
Evergreen Climate Innovations
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

The 501vc® Investment Fund is seeking to invest $200,000 to $300,000 in early-stage climate tech startups in the Greater Midwest region, focusing on sectors like advanced materials, renewable energy, and agriculture technologies.

Environment
Small businesses
The Farmer Rancher Grant Program
$30,000
Minnesota University of Minnesota (NCR-SARE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

Agriculture
Individuals
Ag Innovators Youth Education Grant
$10,000
South Dakota Agricultural Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in South Dakota that focus on innovative agricultural education and youth leadership development in rural communities.

Education
Nonprofits
Coordinated Natural Resources Conservation Grants
Contact for amount
South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This program provides financial support to South Dakota conservation districts for projects that promote sustainable management and protection of natural resources.

Environment
Special district governments
Northern Great Plains Program
$1,500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and protect grasslands and wildlife in the Northern Great Plains, with a focus on supporting tribal communities and enhancing biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Conservation Partners Program
$1,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

Environment
Nonprofits