2026 Ag Economic Development Grant Application

Applicant Information - Click to open
Name of Grant Applicant - Must be the person who signs for the business *

First NameLast Name
Grant Applicant Email *
example@example.com
Grant Applicant Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Contact Name if different from Grant Applicant

First NameLast Name
Contact Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Contact Email
example@example.com
Mailing Address*

Street Address

CityState

Zip Code
Site Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Website

Short Answer Questions - Click to open
Please answer the following questions with 250 words or less. Please avoid using your name and the name of the farm or nonprofit.
Looking at the program purpose (to promote agricultural economic development), describe how your project meets this purpose. *

0/250
How will this project fit into and enhance your operation? What opportunities will it provide your operation?*

0/250
Describe in detail your plan for completing your project. Tell us the specific tasks to be completed and dates by which you will complete them. *

0/250
What is your relevant experience or skills that are necessary to complete the project? In what areas do you believe you will need assistance to complete your project? Who have you identified to assist you? Are these individuals aware of the project? *

0/250

Budget Sheets - Click to open
Choosing Your Match Percentage

Please see the 2026 AED Grant Program Guidelines for more information and definitions.

5% Match
- Available to New and Beginning Farmers
15% Match
- For all applicants who are not New & Beginning Farmers
25% Match
- For all applicants who are not New & Beginning Farmers
- Choosing a 25% match will increase the ranking score of your application
Select the match percentage you are applying for*

5%15%25%
Instructions
- Do not include commas or dollar signs
- Grant Total cannot exceed $10,000.
- Component Cost may exceed $10,000. Total component cost is equal to the Grand Total.
Project Components: supplies, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
Component type: material, labor, or equipment.
Budget Sheet for a 5% Match. *
Budget Sheet for a 15% Match.*
Budget Sheet for a 25% Match. *
Additional Project Costs

All grant costs exceeding $10,000 must be listed in the form below. Please list additional project costs NOT included in the Grand Total above.

Do not include commas or dollar signs.
Additional Project Costs

Signatures - Click to open
Signatures are required from all landowners. If you need more spaces for signatures, please contact our office: 919-560-0558.
Applicant Name*
Applicant Signature*

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Landowner #1 Name*
Landowner #1 Signature*

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Landowner #2 Name
Landowner #2 Signature

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Project Point of Contact (may be the same as landowner or applicant)*
Project Point of Contact Signature*

Clear

2026 Ag Economic Development Grant Application - Farmers and Nonprofits