Finances & Labor

CSU Resources on Ag Business

• CSU Agriculture and Business Management Resources
• CSU Presentations on Ag records, financial statements and performance, and farm succession

Record Keeping and Accounting Apps/Websites

• Quickbooks (provided for informational purposes only)

Classes

• CSU Agriculture and Resource Economic Online classes
• Morgan Community College Agriculture and Business Management Classes and Certifications

Grant Overview

• CSU Food System Grant Overview
• List of Funding and Grant Resources in Colorado
• Grant Writing Resources

National Grants and Funding Opportunities

• NRCS Funding
• USDA Grants
• USDA FSA Loans

Regional Grants 

• Western SARE Farmer and Rancher Grant

Colorado Grants

• CDA Grants
• CO Ag Water Alliance Grants
• Zero Food Print Grant

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment:

Keep updated with current labor laws, access to posters, healthcare information, and more.

H2A

• Farmers.gov H2A basics: Learn  more about if H2A is right for you farm/ranch operation and how to start your H2A application
• U.S Department of Labor H2A application: Start your application for hiring a temporary Agricultural worker
• Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program: Apply for a grant to help your labor shortages on your farm/ranch operation
• FEWA Global : Organization that consults employers on the intricacies of H2A and help with application

Incentives for Ag Employees

• Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave Program (FAMLI): The new FAMLI program ensures that Colorado workers have access to paid time off in order to care for their family or themselves during life circumstances.
• Retirement Program (Colorado Secure Savings): A new retirement program that businesses can sign up for their employees to have access to a secure IRA that is portable even if they change or leave their job. 

Connect with local producers and businesses to explore opportunities for sourcing and purchasing Colorado-grown products. This networking event facilitates direct interactions between farmers, ranchers, chefs, and distributors, fostering partnerships that strengthen the local food economy. Whether you're a producer seeking new markets or a business looking to support local agriculture, this event provides a platform to build valuable connections.

Stay tuned for details!

Join us to explore grants and funding opportunities to help grow your farm/ranch production and business. Grant and Grow is intended for new and beginning farmers (0-10 years) and/or producers who are interested in changing farming practices.

Stay tuned for 2026 event details!