Funding Available for Organic Farmers: The Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP)
Content Source: Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)

Resource Explained
This factsheet explains how agricultural producers can access financial and technical assistance through the USDA's Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) to support their transition to certified organic production. It outlines who is eligible to apply, what types of assistance are available — including conservation planning, implementation support, and increased payment rates for historically underserved farmers — and which land types qualify.
Region
Midwest, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic, Northwest, Plains, Southeast, West/Southwest
Topic
Transitioning to Organic, Business and Marketing
Year Published
2024



