This guidance document describes the Minnesota Department of Agricul
The Preparing for Extreme Weather Grant Program, also referred to as the Prepare Grant, helps Minnesota
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- I lease a portion of my land to another farmer. Can we both apply?
- Yes, if the other farmer is a different entity with separate management and cash flow.
- Are nonprofits eligible to apply for the Prepare Grant?
- Nonprofits are eligible if they are registered with the Minnesota Attorney General; Minnesota Secretary of State; and either certified with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as a corporate farm or exempt from the corporate farm law.
- Multiple farmers utilize our organization’s land. Can our organization apply for our farmers?
- Yes, if your organization is authorized to farm, you could apply but would be limited to $10,000 for your organization.
- I raise animals that are not listed as eligible livestock type. Is my operation eligible?
- No, the Prepare program is specific on the types of livestock that are eligible. "Livestock" includes beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, poultry, goats, mules, bison, sheep, horses, farmed cervids (elk, deer), ratites (flightless birds including emu), and llamas.
- I do not raise livestock, but my business works with livestock and livestock producers (e.g., veterinary clinic, feed production, animal rescue, etc.) Is my operation eligible?
- No, the Prepare Grant is designated for operations that are directly involved in livestock production.
- I do not currently have livestock or specialty crops. Am I eligible to apply?
- No, the grant is available to farmers that produce and sell at least $1,000 of livestock or specialty crop products annually at the time they apply.
- I produce corn and soybeans. Can I apply for this grant?
- No, the grant is open only to farmers that raise and sell livestock or specialty crops such as annual and perennial fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and ornamental plants. See USDA’s list of Specialty Crops for examples.
- I produce Christmas trees and livestock. I would like to do a project related to my Christmas trees but at the time of the application I do not generate income from the trees. Can I apply for this grant?
- Yes, if you produce and sell at least $1,000 from the livestock portion of your business you would be eligible.
- What kind of documentation do I need to submit to prove that I sell at least $1,000 of agricultural products annually?
- That part of the application is a self-attestation. You must confirm that you meet the USDA definition of a farmer.
- My farming business is not registered with the Secretary of State yet. Can I apply?
- Yes, you can apply as an individual.
Applicant Eligibility
- I lease a portion of my land to another farmer. Can we both apply?
- Yes, if the other farmer is a different entity with separate management and cash flow.
- Are nonprofits eligible to apply for the Prepare Grant?
- Nonprofits are eligible if they are registered with the Minnesota Attorney General; Minnesota Secretary of State; and either certified with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as a corporate farm or exempt from the corporate farm law.
- Multiple farmers utilize our organization’s land. Can our organization apply for our farmers?
- Yes, if your organization is authorized to farm, you could apply but would be limited to $10,000 for your organization.
- I raise animals that are not listed as eligible livestock type. Is my operation eligible?
- No, the Prepare program is specific on the types of livestock that are eligible. "Livestock" includes beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, poultry, goats, mules, bison, sheep, horses, farmed cervids (elk, deer), ratites (flightless birds including emu), and llamas.
- I do not raise livestock, but my business works with livestock and livestock producers (e.g., veterinary clinic, feed production, animal rescue, etc.) Is my operation eligible?
- No, the Prepare Grant is designated for operations that are directly involved in livestock production.
- I do not currently have livestock or specialty crops. Am I eligible to apply?
- No, the grant is available to farmers that produce and sell at least $1,000 of livestock or specialty crop products annually at the time they apply.
- I produce corn and soybeans. Can I apply for this grant?
- No, the grant is open only to farmers that raise and sell livestock or specialty crops such as annual and perennial fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and ornamental plants. See USDA’s list of Specialty Crops for examples.
- I produce Christmas trees and livestock. I would like to do a project related to my Christmas trees but at the time of the application I do not generate income from the trees. Can I apply for this grant?
- Yes, if you produce and sell at least $1,000 from the livestock portion of your business you would be eligible.
- What kind of documentation do I need to submit to prove that I sell at least $1,000 of agricultural products annually?
- That part of the application is a self-attestation. You must confirm that you meet the USDA definition of a farmer.
- My farming business is not registered with the Secretary of State yet. Can I apply?
- Yes, you can apply as an individual.