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Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PA Farm Bill)No deadline listedUp to $15,000

Summary

Pennsylvania farm owners and families can get a $15,000 reimbursement grant (75% of costs) for professional services like business planning, succession and transition planning, financial advice and legal work; open until funds are exhausted.

About this grant

Reimbursement grants for professional services for those planning the future of a Pennsylvania farm, such as business planning, ownership transitions, expansion, diversification and succession. The grant is $15,000, covering 75% of project costs. Applications are accepted from August 8, 2026 until funds are exhausted.

Who can apply

  • For-profit companies
  • Small businesses
  • Individuals

Those planning for the future of a Pennsylvania farm (business planning, ownership transition, expansion, diversification, conservation-easement farms)

Funds professional services such as accountants, business consultants, financial planners, appraisals related to succession, legal documents and mediators

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Agriculture
  • Business planning

Money can be used for

  • Business planning
  • Succession planning
  • Consulting

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