2022 Guide to Local Food & Farms

MDAR’s Environmental & Energy Grants Now Open

Open for Applications – MDAR is now accepting applications from agricultural operations who wish to participate in the Department’s Environmental & Energy grant programs. Grants are available to help agricultural operations make farm improvements that enhance their economic viability while working […]

Dairy Marketing & Branding Services Grant

This grant program will provide funds for established value-added dairy processors and producer associations to access professional marketing and branding services to elevate value-added dairy businesses. Projects funded by this grant will increase the exposure and promotion of regionally produced […]

Massachusetts Farm Energy Program Grant Information & Deadlines

Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources CSAP Grant MDAR’s Climate Smart Agriculture Program (CSAP) grant is open! The deadline for submission is 4:00pm on Friday, June 10th. If you have questions about the CSAP grant, or are looking for help completing the application, email […]

Berkshire Farms and Food Organizations Receive Funding to Address Food Insecurity

The Baker-Polito Administration earlier this week announced $22.5 million in funding to food producers across the Commonwealth, continuing ongoing efforts to address food insecurity issues exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Food Security Infrastructure Grant Program seeks to ensure local […]

Application Period Open for the APR Improvement Program

Do you need assistance planning for the commercial viability of your APR farmland? Are you planning an infrastructure project that could be supported by a grant award? Consider applying for the APR Improvement Program (AIP). Completed applications are due by 4:00pm on April […]