Description
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking proposals for the Climate Resilient Farming Program, which aims to reduce the impact of agriculture on climate change and enhance on-farm adaptation and resiliency to projected climate conditions. The program has four tracks: Livestock Management, Adaptation and Resiliency, Healthy Soils NY, and Agricultural Forestry Management. Eligible applicants are NYS Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and proposals must be submitted by November 17, 2025. The program will provide up to 80% of total eligible costs for Best Management Practice (BMP) implementation, and up to 100% for outreach and technical assistance. Key considerations for proposals include GHG emission reduction, carbon sequestration, and on-farm resiliency and adaptation to climate change.
• The program has a total available funding of $24,000,000.
• The program will provide funding for four tracks: Livestock Management, Adaptation and Resiliency, Healthy Soils NY, and Agricultural Forestry Management.
• Eligible applicants are NYS Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
• Proposals must be submitted by November 17, 2025.
• The program will provide up to 80% of total eligible costs for BMP implementation, and up to 100% for outreach and technical assistance.
• Key considerations for proposals include GHG emission reduction, carbon sequestration, and on-farm resiliency and adaptation to climate change.