Dairy West is excited to partner with Lasso to help farmers access funding for on-farm projects and improvements — at no cost to participating producers.

Through this partnership, Lasso helps identify grant opportunities, complete applications and manage the grant process from start to finish, helping save farmers time while increasing access to available funding opportunities.

How it works

Lasso acts as your grant-writing partner, helping manage the process from identifying eligible opportunities to submitting applications and supporting post-award requirements.

Their team can help with:

• Identifying grants that fit your project
• Managing paperwork and application requirements
• Writing and submitting grant applications
• Supporting compliance and reimbursement processes

If selected for this pilot, Dairy West will cover the cost of Lasso’s grant consulting and writing services.

Example projects may include

Funding opportunities may support projects such as:

• Renewable energy systems
• Energy efficiency improvements
• Milking parlor upgrades
• Improved ventilation or cooling systems
• Manure management improvements
• Feed storage or handling improvements
• Post-harvest infrastructure and processing equipment

Have a different project idea? Lasso can help determine whether funding opportunities may be available.

What to expect

1. Initial consultation

Lasso will learn more about your farm, operation and proposed project.

2. Funding identification

Their team will identify grants and programs that align with your goals and determine eligibility requirements.

3. Application support

Lasso manages the grant-writing and application process from start to finish.

4. Post-award support

If funding is awarded, Lasso will help support compliance and reimbursement requirements.

Participation considerations

To participate, farmers should:

• Be open to pursuing government grant opportunities
• Have a project idea in mind
• Be willing to work with potential vendors or service providers as needed
• Be responsive throughout the application process

Participation in the pilot program will depend on project eligibility, competitiveness and grant availability.

State-specific funding opportunities

Available grant opportunities may vary by state and funding cycle. Explore examples of current opportunities below.

Idaho

• EPA Section 319 Grant
  Funds projects that reduce water pollution and improve water quality.
  Award amount: Up to $250,000
  Deadline: July 17
• Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)
  Supports water infrastructure and drought recovery projects.
  Award amount: Up to $500,000
  Deadline: Rolling
• Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program
  Funds water and habitat conservation projects on private land, including projects such as livestock exclusion fencing along streams, alternate water supply construction and wetland restoration.
  Award amount: Up to $750,000
  Deadline: September 30, 2026

Oregon

• Water Project Grants & Loans (WPGL)
  Funds implementation-ready water supply and infrastructure projects.
  Award amount: Approximately $6 million available statewide
  Deadline: July 15, 2026
• Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)
  Supports water infrastructure and drought recovery projects.
  Award amount: Up to $500,000
  Deadline: Rolling
• Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program
  Funds water and habitat conservation projects on private land, including projects such as livestock exclusion fencing along streams, alternate water supply construction and wetland restoration.
  Award amount: Up to $750,000
  Deadline: September 30, 2026

Utah

• Utah Grazing Improvement Program (UGIP)
  Supports water development, fencing and rangeland improvements.
  Award amount: Up to $200,000
  Deadline: December 31
• Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)
  Supports water infrastructure and drought recovery projects and may cover 75–90% of project costs.
  Award amount: Up to $500,000
  Deadline: Rolling
• Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program
  Funds water and habitat conservation projects on private land, including projects such as livestock exclusion fencing along streams, alternate water supply construction and wetland restoration.
  Award amount: Up to $750,000
  Deadline: September 30, 2026

Washington

• Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)
  Supports water infrastructure and drought recovery projects.
  Award amount: Up to $500,000
  Deadline: Rolling
• Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program
  Funds water and habitat conservation projects on private land, including projects such as livestock exclusion fencing along streams, alternate water supply construction and wetland restoration.
  Award amount: Up to $750,000
  Deadline: September 30, 2026
• WSDC Dairy Digester Program
  Funds projects to build, repair or upgrade digesters that capture methane from dairy manure and other organic waste.
  Award amount: Varies
  Expected opening: Later this year

Ready to get started?

Contact Lasso directly at:
contact@joinlasso.com
276-388-9615

Questions or ideas? Reach out to:

• Allison Pratt, farmer relations manager at Dairy West
• Megan Satterwhite, director of operations at Idaho Dairymen's Association