Grant
North Dakota Agriculture Diversification and Development Fund (ADD)
North Dakota Department of Agriculture
What you can get
Grants for new or expanding value-added agriculture businesses; proposals are limited to $500,000. • Supports projects that diversify crop or animal industries, enhance profitability for farmers and ranchers, and grow North Dakota value-added agriculture.
- Readiness
- Local office first
- Who can apply
- producer, small business
- Coverage
- ND
- Deadline & timing
- Due January 1, 2027. Next application cutoff January 1, 2027 for February 17-18, 2027 review in Bismarck. Later quarterly cutoffs April 1, July 1 and October 1, 2027. Contact the program coordinator before applying.
- Eligibility
- Eligible applicants: producer, small business. Match requirement: Current financing and owner equity are part of project scoring; private or public matching funds can strengthen an application..
Optional expert service · $249
Turn program research into an application package.
An eligibility screen for one farm, a shortlist of up to three relevant programs, and draft practice justifications and a document checklist for one selected application. Delivered within 7 business days after intake.
Last verified Oct 3, 2026. Always confirm current terms and deadlines on the official site before applying.
Plan your next step
Run a quick soil assessment or ask an agronomist how this program fits your fields.