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
- Prep docs first
- Who can apply
- producer, small business
- Coverage
- ND
- Deadline & timing
- Due October 1, 2026. Quarterly review cycle. Remaining 2026 deadline listed by NDDA: October 1 for the November 18-19 Grand Forks meeting. Applications may be submitted on an ongoing basis and late applications move to the following meeting.
- 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..
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Last verified Aug 18, 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.