Agricultural Preservation Fund Grants
Key Information
Due Date: March 13, 2026
Agency: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Source: Michigan
Website: View Website
Funding Categories:
Funding Amount: Not Specified
Funding Type: Grant
Match Required: No
Status: Closed
Contact Info:
MDARD-PA116@Michigan.gov
517-284-5663
Chip Kraus, Program Manager
517-284-5663
Chip Kraus, Program Manager
Overview
The Agricultural Preservation Fund and associated Agricultural Preservation Fund Board provides grants to eligible local units of government and their qualified Purchase of Development Rights programs (PDRs). The goal of the program is to preserve farmland by funding the purchase of permanent agricultural conservation easements. Eligible applicants include counties, cities, townships, and villages that have the authority to zone property as provided by law. Applications for grants occur on an annual basis.
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Additional Info
Posted Date: Not Specified
Application Due Date: March 13, 2026
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Eligible Applicants:
- City or township governments
- County governments
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