grants

  1. farmerpete440

    How to get started farming

    Hello all I am new to all of this. See I live in Ohio and can't find any grants and or funding to start this. I am a stay at home dad and have no capital what so ever. If you could be of assistance that'd be greatly appreciated. Thank you
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    CS Higher Tier Woodland Improvement or SFI

    Apologies for the long post… Wondering if anyone has had much involvement with the CS Woodland Improvement grant. We have approx. 80ha of woodland, not currently in any government schemes, and of varying ages and parcels, coppiced, ancient, newly planted, ash dieback etc. We’ve had a Woodland...
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    ELMS - Land Owners / Mangers views on the scheme

    I am a final year student studying at Harper Adams university. My dissertation is on ‘An investigation of English landowner/manager’s understanding and potential entry to the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMS)’. I would really appreciate it if those who this applies to could fill out a...
  4. The Business Barn

    Deadline for Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme approaching

    The deadline for farmers to apply for the new Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme is fast approaching – but there’s still plenty of money available. The government-funded scheme is seen as a way for farmers to buy the equipment they need to improve and grow their farms. Farmers can...
  5. The Business Barn

    Round two of Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme has opened

    Round two of the RDPE Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme has opened today with a total of £15 million available. Administered by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA), this scheme provides funding for farmers in England to purchase equipment to improve on-farm productivity. Key changes...
  6. The Business Barn

    Overseas research grants on offer to all

    For those looking to combine some travel and research, this could be for you. And for once it's not limited by age or background... A new overseas research grant has been launched this week for those looking for new ways to help strengthen all aspects of rural life in the UK. The Churchill...
  7. The Business Barn

    Better broadband scheme extended

    Do you struggle with slow internet speed or poor connectivity? If so, you will be pleased to hear that the Better Broadband Scheme has been extended for another year. :happy::happy: To read more and to find out if you are eligible click here >>>>>>
  8. The Business Barn

    Better broadband scheme extended

    Do you struggle with slow internet speed or poor connectivity? If so, you will be pleased to hear that the Better Broadband Scheme has been extended for another year. :happy::happy: To read more and to find out if you are eligible click here >>>>>>
  9. The Business Barn

    Better broadband scheme extended

    Do you struggle with slow internet speed or poor connectivity? If so, you will be pleased to hear that the Better Broadband Scheme has been extended for another year. :happy::happy: To read more and to find out if you are eligible click here >>>>>>
  10. The Business Barn

    More funding announced for 2019...

    The application window for the next round of the Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme (CPSGS) will now be early 2019, following talks that the funding would return this autumn. However, the government has committed £30 million for further rounds of the funding which helps farmers buy the...
  11. The Business Barn

    Welsh grant deadline extended...

    The deadline for Welsh farmers to express interest in the Farm Business Grant (FBG) has been extended. Designed to encourage efficiency among the agricultural industry by covering capital investments in equipment and machinery, the grant application window will now close on 26 October 2018 as...
  12. The Business Barn

    10 top tips for making a successful grant application...

    Most schemes are competitive – even if you submit a perfect application there is no guarantee of an offer of funding. To boost your chances of success, here are some top tips from Moule & Co: 1. Plan ahead Grants generally have to be agreed before you can commit to ordering or spending any...
  13. The Business Barn

    Government announces new funding to improve rural broadband...

    Rural businesses and communities are set to benefit from improved broadband access as part of a £45 million boost by the government. The new funding for the government’s Rural Broadband Infrastructure Scheme adds to the £30 million investment announced last year, increasing the total pot of...
  14. The Business Barn

    Travel bursary available for young sheep farmers...

    A new travel bursary worth £1,000 has been launched to support a study trip for a young farmer to explore sheep production in different countries around the world. The National Sheep Association (NSA) has launched the new biennial award, in memory of Samuel Wharry, ex-NSA chairman from County...
  15. The Business Barn

    LEADER programme provides £56 million in grant funding...

    Since its introduction in January 2016, the LEADER programme has provided grants in England worth over £56 million. Analysed by Countryside Marketing, these findings highlight the significant role government and EU support has played in supporting agricultural and rural businesses over the past...
  16. The Business Barn

    New payment scheme outlined for Welsh farmers...

    Direct farm subsidies worth £235 million to Welsh farmers look set to end by 2025. Under proposals issued on Tuesday 10 July, the Welsh government aims to scrap the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS), which in 2017-18 paid subsidies to 15,520 farm businesses, along with Pillar 2, financial support for...
  17. The Business Barn

    Funding increased after grant attracts huge interest...

    Defra has announced that £23.5 million has been allocated under the first round of the Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme, £8.5 million more than initially planned. The scheme that was initiated to help farmers purchase equipment needed to increase on-farm productivity has attracted so...
  18. The Business Barn

    Is your start-up business eligible to receive up to £40K of funding?

    Young farmers in Wales hoping to benefit from a scheme offering a start-up grant of up-to £40,000 have until the 12 June to express their interest. The Young People into Agriculture scheme will support 150 young farmers looking to establish a new business off their own back or develop an...
  19. The Business Barn

    New scheme launched to support young sheep farmers

    British Wool has introduced a scheme to provide cash flow support for new entrants into the sheep farming industry. The initiative will provide eligible producers with upfront payments worth 100% of their annual clip value for the first two years of the scheme. After this, producers will...
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    Leader Grants for Mobile Sheep Handling and EID

    I am wondering whether anyone can help me! I am a long suffering farmer's wife tasked with completing a Leader application for a grant for a mobile sheep handling system and EID with weigh. The application form is a nightmare!!! Has anyone applied that would be willing to help me? I am...
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