| WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 5, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is encouraging local growers and agricultural businesses interested in expanding or diversifying their operations to apply for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant. Applications open today, Monday, October 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. This grant program is designed exclusively for Washington County farms and farm owners to support business growth, encourage innovation, and strengthen the local agricultural economy. A total of $115,000 in funding is available during this grant cycle, with individual awards ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. The application period will remain open from Monday, October 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. EST, through Friday, October 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. Eligible projects may include business planning, marketing expansion, value-added ventures, conservation and research improvements, upgrades to agricultural buildings or structures, and the purchase of equipment or major fixtures. All applications will be evaluated using a predefined project scoring sheet outlining the criteria and corresponding point values for each section of the application. Completed applications, including all required attachments, may be submitted by email to [email protected] or hand-delivered to: Attn: Kelsey Keadle Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development 100 West Washington Street, Suite 1401 Hagerstown, MD 21740 Applications will be available beginning today, October 5, 2026, at:https://www.washco-md.net/business-development/agricultural-innovation-grant/ |
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