Missouri Department of Agriculture Launches Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program

The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced the Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant, a competitive program that will fund projects demonstrating economic benefit and sustainable revenue potential. Grants of up to $10,000 are available, reimbursing up to 75% of eligible expenses for projects such as small agribusiness development, production infrastructure, direct distribution venues, workforce training, new crop introductions, and value‑added processing.

Applications must be submitted by September 15, 2026, and awarded projects must be completed or near completion by May 15, 2027. Eligible projects must be located in areas designated as urban by the 2020 U.S. Census. Inquiries can be directed to the Agriculture Business Development Division.