The FIELDS Program aims to boost the U.S. fertilizer supply by funding projects that increase domestic fertilizer production. This includes expanding existing facilities, building new ones, or enhancing supply chain infrastructure. The goal is to provide more fertilizer options for U.S. farmers and strengthen the supply chain.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any entity that can contribute to increasing domestic fertilizer production. This includes businesses, cooperatives, and potentially other organizations involved in fertilizer manufacturing or supply chain improvements.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a shovel-ready project
- Inability to demonstrate significant increase in domestic production capacity
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Inadequate project planning or feasibility
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of ability to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Business registration and legal documents
- Financial statements
- Project timeline and milestones
- Environmental impact assessments
- Supply chain improvement plans
Cautions
- Ensure project is shovel-ready to meet rapid implementation expectations
- Be prepared for rigorous federal compliance checks
- Cost-sharing is mandatory, so plan finances accordingly
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any entity capable of increasing domestic fertilizer production. This includes businesses, cooperatives, and other organizations involved in the fertilizer industry or supply chain improvements. There are no specific restrictions on applicant types, but projects must significantly boost domestic production capacity.
Overview
This grant is open to any entity that can contribute to increasing domestic fertilizer production. This includes businesses, cooperatives, and potentially other organizations involved in fertilizer manufacturing or supply chain improvements.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a shovel-ready project
- Inability to demonstrate significant increase in domestic production capacity
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Inadequate project planning or feasibility
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for expanding existing fertilizer production facilities, constructing new ones, or improving supply chain infrastructure like transportation and on-site terminals to enhance efficiency and capacity.
Total Program Funding
$500,000,000
Expected Awards
100
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 17, 2026(46 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 16, 2026
Application Checklist
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Gather financial documents and proof of cost-sharing capability
- Prepare environmental and regulatory compliance documents
- Outline a clear project timeline with milestones
- Register your business or organization if not already done
- Ensure project is shovel-ready with necessary permits