Commissioner Wilton Simpson Announces $25M Funding Opportunity to Support Agricultural Water Resource Projects

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson today announced that applications are now being accepted for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' (FDACS) Agricultural Regional Projects Program, a key initiative with $25 million in grant funding to support regional, collaborative agricultural water resource solutions that improve water quality and quantity.

"Protecting Florida's water resources is essential to our state's future - and Florida's farmers, ranchers, and growers are central to that mission," said Commissioner Wilton Simpson. "Through the Agricultural Regional Projects Program, we are building strong partnerships that can deliver real, science-based solutions to improve water quality and conserve our water supply."

Championed by Commissioner Wilton Simpson and led by FDACS' Office of Agricultural Water Policy, the Agricultural Regional Projects Program supports collaborative water resource solutions that address nonpoint source pollution from agriculture. By partnering with agricultural producers, water management districts, local governments, educational institutions, and conservation groups, the program helps implement innovative, large-scale projects that protect and restore Florida's water resources while supporting the long-term sustainability of the state's agriculture industry.

The Agricultural Regional Projects Program provides funding for projects that:

• Reduce nitrogen and phosphorus to meet or exceed water quality standards;
• Improve water quality and quantity;
• Promote innovative nutrient management technologies; and
• Align with Florida's long-term agricultural sustainability goals.

Eligible applicants include:

• Private landowners or entities;
• Local governmental entities proposing to address nonpoint source pollution from agricultural activities; and
• Water management districts, soil and water conservation districts, educational institutions, or conservation groups.

Applications for the program will be accepted until 5 p.m. EST on November 7, 2025. Full program guidelines, eligibility requirements, and additional information can be found at FDACS.gov.

For more information about Commissioner Simpson and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, visit FDACS.gov.

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