Countryside Productivity Scheme

https://www.gov.uk/topic/farming-food-grants-payments/rural-grants-payments

*Countryside Productivity Small Grant scheme*

For • animal welfare • resource efficiency • nutrient management.

The grant is for a min of £3,000, up to a max of £12,000.

Grants can cover up to 40% of the eligible costs in your application.

Application deadline is 14 March 2018

Handbook - full step-by-step instructions to apply.

https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/679619/Countryside_Productivity_Small_Grant_Scheme_Handbook_v1.pdf

Page 38 gives list of eligible items.

Apply online - https://www.cpsmall.org.uk

Seems very easy to apply - you shouldn't need an agent for this!

NB. England only

Countryside Productivity Small Grant scheme

Who can apply

Farmers (including livestock, dairy, arable and horticultural sectors) can apply for this grant. Please read the handbook below to find out more. This scheme is only open to farmers based in England.

When you can apply

The scheme will be open to applications from 7 February 2018 to 14 March 2018 (Midday).

Small Grant Handbook (PDF, 1.3MB, 49 pages)

Small Grant online application portal

What happens next

Fill in your application form on line and sign up to the terms and conditions of the scheme. We will email you after the date that the funding round closes to let you know if your application has been approved. When you receive this email you can purchase your items.

After you’ve purchased all your items, you can claim your money

Published 31 July 2017

Last updated 7 February 2018 + show all updates