Golden LEAF supports agriculture projects as an economic development engine. Our grants for agriculture projects have supported the development of new crops, expanded markets for agriculture products, scientific research, training for farmers, cost-effective techniques and value-added agricultural enterprises.
Projects awarded in this priority area will gather data to support outcomes including:
As well as narrative outcomes including: jobs, revenue growth, new agricultural business formations, economic output, changes in agricultural practices; acres in production; new crops/products grown or produced; and other measures of agriculture projects.
Projects are awarded in this priority area primarily through two Golden LEAF programs. Please review the information and links below to determine which program might be best for your project.
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