Apply for this grant through the MDA's online application system.  

  • If you’re a new user, you need to create an account first.
  • Once you’re logged in, select “Beginning Farmer Equipment and Infrastructure Grant.”
  • Contact us if you need this information in a different format.

Before applying, read the RFP.

How do I fill out the application?

Apply for this grant through the MDA's online application system.  

  • If you’re a new user, you need to create an account first.
  • Once you’re logged in, select “Beginning Farmer Equipment and Infrastructure Grant.”
  • Contact us if you need this information in a different format.

Before applying, read the RFP.

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For questions on the grant program or application, submit them in writing before 11:59 p.m. CT on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, to MDA grant specialist Emily Toner at beginning.farmer.grant.mda@state.mn.us. 

How do I ask questions about this grant?

For questions on the grant program or application, submit them in writing before 11:59 p.m. CT on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, to MDA grant specialist Emily Toner at beginning.farmer.grant.mda@state.mn.us. 

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A beginning farmer is defined as a person who:

  • Seeks entry or who entered into farming within the last 10 years.
  • Provides the majority of labor and management on a farm.
  • Has some farming experience and knowledge.

A beginning farmer is defined as a person who:

  • Seeks entry or who entered into farming within the last 10 years.
  • Provides the majority of labor and management on a farm.
  • Has some farming experience and knowledge.
No

If spray equipment does not have an RUP present when a mechanic is repairing or maintaining spray equipment, they do not need a license.

1. We have mechanics/technicians that fix and maintain all equipment in our shop. Most of these pieces of equipment held restricted use pesticides (RUPs). Will they now need a pesticide applicator license?

If spray equipment does not have an RUP present when a mechanic is repairing or maintaining spray equipment, they do not need a license.

No

Yes, they need to take same exam(s) in the category(s) they are mixing the products.