The Illinois Farm Bureau is pleased to share that the IAA Board of Directors has once again committed $200,000 to the Nutrient Stewardship Grant Program and $30,000 to the Pollinator Conservation Grant Program as part of the IFB Environmental Stewardship Grant Programs. These funds are intended to support County Farm Bureau and farmer-led nutrient loss reduction or pollinator conservation projects in the areas of education and outreach, best management practice implementation, research and monitoring, or documenting progress.
Applications are now open for both the Nutrient Stewardship Grant and the Pollinator Conservation Grant. The deadline for submission is Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Only County Farm Bureau Managers or Presidents are eligible to apply, though they may collaborate with project partners or individuals in preparing applications. Submissions from other entities will not be considered. Funding decisions will be communicated to County Farm Bureau managers on Monday, December 15, 2025.
Members are encouraged to reach out to schedule time to brainstorm, discuss, and refine project ideas. The IFB Environmental Team looks forward to helping County Farm Bureaus develop successful projects.
