Noxious Weed Trust Fund 2027 Development
🏛 Montana Department of Agriculture
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on noxious weed management in Montana. You must partner with a weed district, conservation district, extension office, or tribe to receive funding. Projects should develop or enhance tools, skills, or technology for weed management. Activities include biocontrol development, mapping, data management, monitoring, and planning. All projects must complement the Montana Weed Management Plan.
Funding is capped at $75,000 per application. Grants are reimbursement-based, meaning you pay upfront and receive reimbursement. Match funding is suggested but not required. Projects must be local or state-wide noxious weed initiatives.
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Program description
Applications for the Noxious Weed Trust Fund Development funding opportunity are due by January 6, 2027 . The Department of Agriculture is accepting grant applications for noxious weed development proposals. Proposals should develop or enhance existing or new tool(s), skill(s), or technology for weed management (biocontrol development, mapping/data management, etc). The Trust Fund provides funding for the development and implementation of local and state-wide noxious weed projects. Applicants must contact and work with an organization, such as a weed district, conservation district, extension office, or tribe to be the funding recipient for grant dollars. Noxious Weed Trust Fund grants are a reimbursement type of grant. The grant amount is limited to a maximum of $75,000/application and the application deadline is midnight on January 6, 2027 . Projects are not required to have a 50:50 match on the budget form, but some match is suggested. All proposed projects should complement and enhance the Montana Weed Management Plan. Development projects include mapping, monitoring, and planning types of projects. Additional information can be found in the Noxious Weed Trust Fund Grant Guidelines and on the Montana Department of Agriculture website.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Grant application form
- Project narrative/proposal
- Budget and budget narrative
- Partner organization letter of commitment
- Alignment statement to Montana Weed Management Plan
Program contact
- 👤 Greta Dige
- 📧 greta.dige@mt.gov
- 📞 4064447882
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
You must partner with a weed district, conservation district, extension office, or tribe. These partner organizations become the official grant recipient.
What types of projects are eligible?
Development projects involving mapping, monitoring, planning, biocontrol development, or data management systems for noxious weed management.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due January 6, 2027 at midnight. The deadline appears to be firm.
Do I need to provide matching funds?
Match is suggested but not required. Some match strengthens competitiveness but is not mandatory.
What is the maximum funding amount?
The grant is limited to $75,000 per application. Reimbursement-based grants require you to spend funds first, then submit for reimbursement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Partner with an eligible organization early. Your weed district, conservation district, extension office, or tribe must be involved before you apply.
- Align your project with the Montana Weed Management Plan. Reviewers will score based on how well your proposal complements state priorities.
- Include some match funding if possible. While not required, matching funds increase competitiveness and show local commitment.
- Clarify your reimbursement process upfront. Budget for the cash flow needed to pay for work before receiving reimbursement.
- Focus on development and tools. Prioritize proposals that create new resources or enhance existing weed management capabilities.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying without a qualified partner organization. Failing to align project to Montana Weed Management Plan priorities. Underestimating cash flow requirements for reimbursement-based grants.
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