The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Animal Waste Technology Fund is now accepting grant proposals for its Fiscal Year 2026 grant cycle. Individuals, vendors, and businesses who want to test proven, innovative technologies and alternative strategies for managing animal waste on Maryland farms are invited to apply for our grants.
“Innovation and technology open doors for farmers who want to reduce the environmental risks associated with animal waste while enhancing its use as a natural fertilizer, soil amendment, and potential energy source,” said Maryland Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks. “If you have a project in mind, we want to hear from you.”
Interested applicants should send a Letter of Intent to the department by October 17, 2025. The department will evaluate submissions in collaboration with the Animal Waste Technology Evaluation Committee. Successful applicants will be invited to submit full grant proposals by December 23, 2025.
What qualifies as animal waste? The department defines animal waste as “any waste stream generated by on-farm animals or through an animal production process involving Maryland livestock. Examples include manure, dairy wastewater, poultry processing waste, and livestock carcasses. Eligible projects should demonstrate the potential to: