Growth Through Agriculture

The Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) program is a grant and loan program established by the Montana Legislature to strengthen and diversify Montana's agricultural industry through the development of new agricultural products and processes. Examples of eligible project activities involve equipment purchases, construction costs, advertising and promotion, and consultant services for engineering. The GTA program is administered by the Agriculture Development Council (Council) which is attached to the Department of Agriculture.

Award Amounts:

• Grants up to $50,000
• Loans up to $100,000

Growth Through Agriculture Program Guidelines

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The Montana Local Food Financing Partnership (MLFFP) is an initiative led by Mission West Community Development Partners and administered in cooperation with Hopa Mountain and the Montana Department of Agriculture. The MLFFP Matching Funds Program is designed to help Growth Through Agriculture applicants meet the 50% cost-share requirement for a successful proposal. Businesses that support or conduct retail sales to expand healthy food access for underserved communities may be eligible. To learn more about the program, please visit:

Montana Local Food Financing Partnership
Mission West Community Development Partners