There are no USDA grants available to start a new farm. There are, however, other forms of funding to help finance your farm: Farmer Veteran Coalition Farming Fellowships are grants for members, and provides some financial assistance to invest into a relatively new farm. The Fellowship is highly competitive so there is no guarantee, but it can provide up to $5000 to those who qualify.  To learn more about the Fellowship please click here. Cost-share Programs are available to implement conservation practices on working lands that can help to pay for things such as pasture improvements and wildlife plantings. If you’re interested in a cost-share program, contact your local Natural Resource Conservation Service office about developing a conservation plan and then applying for their EQIP program. Some USDA programs may give preference to veterans. Low Interest Loans are available through Farm Service Agency. USDA has numerous loan programs to help farmer veterans. Call your USDA advisor for more information.