The NYS Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program provides funding to help new and early-stage farmers build financially sustainable agricultural businesses in New York State.

Administered by NYFVI on behalf of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, this competitive program is designed to support beginning farmers in building financially sustainable, independent, commercial agricultural enterprises throughout New York State

The RFP window for the 2026 round opens on March 16th – Check out our 2026 Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program page to learn more.