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Farmers Can Get Up to $20K in Grants!

8/6/2025

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Minnesota's Down Payment Assistance Grant program accepts applications until September 15, 2025.
Eligible farmers can now receive up to $20,000 to purchase their first farm.
The program has $1.25 million in funding, with $1,677,500 awarded to 112 farmers so far.
Applicants must have gross sales under $250,000 and match the grant with at least $8,000.
An informational webinar will be held on August 18 for prospective applicants.

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Story summary

Minnesota's Down Payment Assistance Grant program accepts applications until September 15, 2025.
Eligible farmers can now receive up to $20,000 to purchase their first farm.
The program has $1.25 million in funding, with $1,677,500 awarded to 112 farmers so far.
Applicants must have gross sales under $250,000 and match the grant with at least $8,000.
An informational webinar will be held on August 18 for prospective applicants.