By Kitty Gifford
Mini-grants offer opportunities to improve soil health across New York’s rural and urban agricultural lands
New York farmers, extension personnel, technical service providers, and organizations in New York working with the agricultural community are encouraged to apply for a mini-grant through New York Soil Health, which is now accepting applications.
Grant awards are up to $2,500 for eligible program applications and $500 maximum for travel grant requests. Applications are due by April 21, 2023, with decisions announced on May 1, 2023.
“Last year the mini-grants expanded soil health research, education, and awareness to over 400 individuals across nine counties in NYS. We hope they can have the same impact again this year,” said Debbie Aller, New York Soil Health program coordinator.
Examples of activities funded include:
- Purchasing demonstration supplies and equipment for use at field days and other outreach events to educate participants on soil health
- Conducting soil health sampling on farms (rural or urban)
- Hosting a workshop, training, or field day on a soil health-related topic
- Attending a soil health-related workshop, field day, or conference in NY
Visit our New York Soil Health Mini-grant page for details about the opportunity, including how to apply.
New York Soil Health is committed to an equitable, inclusive, and accessible application process. It seeks applicants of all races, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and gender identities to apply. For more information, including assistance accessing mini-grant information or requiring an accommodated application process, please contact Debbie Aller at da352@cornell.edu.
