Farmland Protection Planning Grants Program

About this program

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets invites county and local governments to apply for grants to plan for the future of agriculture. The program offers funding for the development of farmland protection plans, with a focus on maintaining the economic viability of agriculture and supporting land use. Municipal and county planning grants are available, with specific eligibility criteria: municipalities must ensure non-restrictive laws for farm operations, and counties must have an agricultural board and no recent approved plans.