Grants and LoansHomeSearch ResultsThe Utah Department of Agriculture and Food administers several grants to help further the development of the state’s agricultural and food industries. Information on open grants and previous grant programs can be found below.Open grantsUtah Grazing Improvement Program Grant Open to livestock operations, providing cost-share grants for projects that improve rangeland management and sustainability. Application Window: Now

Taylorsville, UT —The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) will open the application period for the second of two independent medical cannabis pharmacies, as required by House Bill 54 (HB54) passed during the 2025 legislative session. The application will be open to receive submissions between August 3, 2026, and September 2, 2026.  One of the goals of the bill

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) today announced significant updates to the application process for the LeRay McAllister Working Farm and Ranch Fund, designed to improve program clarity and better support the preservation of Utah’s most productive agricultural lands. Since its inception in 1999, the LeRay McAllister Working Farm and Ranch Fund has been a cornerstone of agricultural

How to Become a VeterinarianInformation for VeterinariansHomeSearch Results How to Become A Veterinarian and Resources for Veterinary Students Many people consider a profession working with animals, however, the process of becoming a veterinarian can be a daunting one. Below you will find customized suggestions to guide you through each of the stages. Even if you ultimately decide a veterinary career

Utah’s Own is a membership program of Utah’s Department of Agriculture and Food. Utah’s Own has been connecting consumers to the agriculture and food industry in Utah since 2002. Join us for this free virtual event as we bring together a powerhouse panel of representatives from Utah’s leading business organizations to share some of the best resources available to you. This event is open

This is the annual virtual conference for small-acreage urban and specialty crop producers located in the State of Utah and the Intermountain West. This event is FREE, but registration is required.  For questions, contact Ginger Dalde, USU Extension, at 385-468-4824 or [email protected] UDAF Speaker: Caroline Hargraves, Marketing and Economic Development Director Agriculture and Food Business Management Thursday, February 19 from 2:30-3:00pm UDAF Updates

ResourcesHomeSearch Results Agricultural Mediation UAMP can mediate agricultural disputes between farmers and ranchers throughout the State of Utah. Drought Resources A large collection of resources from various agencies and organizations for any producer or citizen facing drought. Farmers Market Resources Information for market managers and for vendors looking to sell products at farmers markets. Grants and Loans Information about open

Agriculture Resource Development LoanAgricultural LoansHomeSearch ResultsOn July 1, 1983, the Utah Department of Agriculture expanded its Rangeland Development program to include cropland, watershed, and energy conservation practices. This expanded program is known as the Agriculture Resource Development Loan program or ‘ARDL’. By providing low interest rate loans to qualifying farmers, ranchers, and irrigation companies, the ARDL Program supports a wide

NewslettersHomeSearch ResultsThe Utah Department of Agriculture and Food sends monthly updates on upcoming grants, new programs, department announcements, and resources offered by other organizations. Sign up to receive the UDAF Newsletter: * indicates required Email Address * Subscribe to Program-Specific Newsletters Agritourism Newsletter Farm to School Select “Join our newsletter!” in the menu Provider and Patient Medical Cannabis Newsletters Animal

Habitat Kits and Seed MixesPollinator Habitat ProgramHomeSearch ResultsHabitat Kits (Live Plants) Habitat Kits have been designed to both establish and/or enhance pollinator habitat on a variety of project sites. Projects may include (but are not limited to) agricultural lands, urban farms, parks, nature centers, schools, businesses, garden spaces and community spaces. Our program will initially place priority for projects near