Healthy Soils Program

California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)

What does it fund?

Financial incentives for on-farm management practices that sequester carbon, including soil management, establishment of herbaceous and woody cover, and demonstration projects showcasing these practices.

Who is eligible for funds?

Farmers, ranchers, and recognized tribal governments; demonstration project funding to educational institutions, conservation districts, and nonprofits collaborating with farmers, ranchers and recognized tribal governments.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Projects benefiting disadvantaged communities are prioritized for funding. Benefits can include reducing air pollution and dust exposure for priority populations, increasing food access, as well as providing educational opportunities through schools and nonprofits

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

CDFA Technical Assistance
SGC Technical Assistance

Funding Timeline

See program website for more information.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$115.5 million allocated

$55.2 million implemented

$25.6 million benefiting priority populations

518,127 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

771 projects implemented

2023 Achievements

Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

$1.5 million implemented

16,926 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

Other Expected Benefits

2,665 acres benefiting from health soils practices

32,039 pounds PM 2.5 reductions

64 trees planted