The New York Farm Viability Institute (NYFVI) invests in projects that strengthen the future of New York agriculture. As a farmer-driven organization, our work is guided by the priorities, challenges, and opportunities identified by New York farmers and the agricultural industry.
Through our grant programs, NYFVI supports practical projects that improve farm viability, advance innovation, and generate solutions that work in real farm environments. From on-farm investments that help producers grow their businesses to applied research that addresses industry needs, our grants are designed to deliver meaningful benefits to New York agriculture.
NYFVI administers several competitive grant programs that support both agricultural producers and research partners working to advance the state’s agricultural sector.
Explore the programs below to learn more about available funding opportunities.
Grants for Producers
NYFVI offers grant programs designed specifically for agricultural producers. These programs support farmers as they invest in their operations, adopt new technologies, and explore opportunities that strengthen the long-term success of their farms.
Producer grant programs include:
Research Grants
NYFVI also funds applied research and education projects that address real-world challenges facing New York farms. These projects bring together researchers, industry partners, and farmers to generate practical knowledge and innovations that can be implemented across the agricultural sector.
Research grant programs include:
Supporting Innovation in New York Agriculture
By investing in farmers and the research that supports them, NYFVI helps ensure that New York agriculture continues to adapt, innovate, and thrive. Our grant programs reflect the priorities of the industry and support projects that deliver lasting value to farms across the state.