The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced the availability of Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant funds. The competitive grant program will fund projects that demonstrate an economic benefit and potential for sustainable revenue generation and job creation. 

Examples of projects include developing small agribusinesses, implementing production infrastructure, creating direct distribution venues, developing agricultural workforce, or providing training and development skills for agricultural business sustainability. 

Other examples may also include introducing a new crop or product to an area, expanding the use of an agricultural product, or adding value to agricultural products. 

The department will award grants of up to $10,000 for reimbursement of eligible project expenses. Applicants will be reimbursed for up to 75% of the total project expenses made during the grant period, up to $10,000. Applications are due by Sept. 15 and awarded projects must be complete, or near completion, by April 30, 2026. 

Projects must be in an area that is designated as an urban area by the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, including Warrenton. Questions can be directed to amanda.l.wieburg@mda.mo.gov, or 573-751-7794. 

The application, grant guidelines and more information can be found at agriculture.mo.gov/abd/financial/urban.php.