October 03, 2024
Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grants Announced
Funds benefit urban agriculture operations.
The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced today that six projects will receive funding through the FY25 Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant. The competitive grant program will provide up to $10,000 per project to address expenses associated with urban agriculture.
Eligible projects may include introducing a new crop or product to an area, expanding the use of an agricultural product, or adding value to agricultural products. Projects that demonstrate an economic benefit and potential for sustainable revenue generation and job creation are given priority.
Examples of projects include developing small agribusinesses, implementing production infrastructure, creating direct distribution venues, developing agricultural workforce or providing training and development skills for agricultural business sustainability.
The following projects were awarded grant funding:
Dirt Beast Farm, Kansas City
Fulfill Food & Beverage, LLC, St. Louis
Hilltop Community Garden & Greenhouse, St. Louis
MyCo Planet, LLC, Kansas City
Urban Buds: City Grown Flowers, St. Louis
Woodland City KC Urban Farm, Kansas City
More information about the Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant can be found at agriculture.mo.gov/abd/financial/urban.
To learn more about the Missouri Department of Agriculture and other financial assistance, please visit Agriculture.Mo.Gov.