The Farm Business Management and Benchmarking Competitive Grants Program (FBMB) is designed to support projects that help farmers, ranchers, and producers improve their farm management skills. The goal is to enhance the national farm financial management database and address challenges in agriculture and food systems through innovative and collaborative efforts.
Who it's for: This grant is open to anyone interested in developing projects that support farm management education and skills development, particularly those that can contribute to the national farm financial management database.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documents
- Non-compliance with USDA priorities
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Registration with relevant federal systems
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with USDA agriculture and food systems priorities
- Projects must be multidisciplinary and strategic
- Strict adherence to application deadlines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of applicants without restrictions. This means any individual or organization interested in contributing to farm management education and skills development can apply, provided they align with the USDA's priorities.
Overview
This grant is open to anyone interested in developing projects that support farm management education and skills development, particularly those that can contribute to the national farm financial management database.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documents
- Non-compliance with USDA priorities
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement projects that enhance farm management skills, contribute to the national farm financial management database, and address agricultural challenges through education and collaboration.
Total Program Funding
$2,000,000
Expected Awards
6
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 15, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 20, 2026(34 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 24, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review USDA agriculture priorities
- Develop a multidisciplinary project plan
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Register with necessary federal systems
- Submit application by the deadline