North Dakota Farmers Market and Growers Association

03/23/2026

Big news! Empowering grants are back for our farmers markets, members, and families—fueling local growth and cultivating a brighter future! Grant applications available at https://www.ndfarmersmarkets.org/

12/14/2025

Strong Farm Incubator Applications 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!

If you're an aspiring farmer, new producer, or seasoned grower in North Dakota, this is your opportunity to build your farm business with our support! Our Strong Farm Incubator is a comprehensive, three-year program designed to give you:

L𝗮𝗻𝗱 & 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Access to land, infrastructure, and direct guidance from experienced farmers.
𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Eligibility for an AmeriCorps position with a living stipend.
𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵: A clear pathway to starting your own successful farm operation.

Apply before the December 30th deadline: https://strengthennd.com/strong-farm-incubator/

12/12/2025

11/14/2025

$10,000 Grant Fund opportunity for Producers! 🥕

We are excited that applications are 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 for the Prairie Producer Expansion Grant! We're offering four $2,500 awards to local growers, bakers, canners, and makers. Use the funds for equipment, farm stand improvements, or marketing efforts to expand local foods across the state.

𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄: https://bit.ly/3M0TKIQ

*𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘕𝘋, 𝘍𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘨 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺

11/10/2025

Ready to turn your farm vision into a reality? 🌱

Join us this Thursday for our Farm Dreams Workshop to gain honest, firsthand insights into the real picture of the farming journey, from challenges to success, straight from North Dakota producers.

Learn more & RSVP at https://www.farrms.org/dream

🗣️ Here’s what past participants said:

"We appreciate the presenters' honest reflections. They’ve been honest about their challenges and joys and what their struggles have been. It gives a real impression of how they got to where they are."

"I live in the middle of big ag … it’s often hard to see the small producers like me. The farmers market and FARRMS help me get past that block and see myself farming and move to the next stage."

Don't miss this opportunity to define your goals and connect with a supportive community! 🌟

11/03/2025

Strong Farm Incubator applications are 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡! 🌾

This collaborative three-year program provides aspiring farmers with the resources they need to thrive:

✅ Free Land Access and an on-site tool library.
✅ Eligibility for an AmeriCorps position with a living stipend.
✅ Direct Mentorship and practical education from experienced farmers.

Don't miss this opportunity to turn your passion into a profitable farm operation! Apply before December 30th: https://strengthennd.com/strong-farm-incubator/

10/27/2025

Great to see!

🌾 Grateful & full hearts 🌾

As we close out our very first farmstand season, we want to give a huge thank you to the North Dakota Farmers Market and Growers Association for their support through the Mini-Grant program.

Their generosity helped us get our little homegrown & homemade dream off the ground; from start-up supplies to maintenance and those early-season essentials that make all the difference for small-scale producers like us.

We wrapped up our first season with a good old fashioned Harvest Festival, joined by four amazing local growers and NDFMGA members - Esther's Acres,Hilltop Farm, Sentinel Moon Farm, and Two Toque Acres. We couldn’t imagine a better way to celebrate a year full of learning, growing, and community connection. I am beyond thankful for these strong female mentors in my corner.

Without the support of programs like this, it can be tough for new growers to take those first steps. We’re so thankful to the NDFMGA for believing in the work small farms are doing across the state.

Cheers to a season of growth - and to all the hands, hearts, and the support from our rural community that make it possible. 💛

10/23/2025

There's one week left in October, which means there's still plenty of time to get crunching!

Visit the Pride of Dakota Minot showcase this weekend (Friday & Saturday) at the ND State Fairgrounds to get in on a free near you. Thanks to the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council for providing the corn nibblets for the crunch off!

Not only can you get in on a Crunch Off, but you can also shop all the awesome Pride of Dakota vendors and visit the ND Agriculture in the Classroom booth for a fun themed activity!

10/18/2025

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) – North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring joined the Studio 701 hosts on set for a “crunch off” contest. The ND Ag Department is promoting October…