The Brighter Future Fund’s New England Regenerative Livestock Farming Grants (formerly the Western New England Regenerative Livestock Farming Grant) provide funds to livestock farmers in select counties in Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut for the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices. The funds are intended to support field-based conservation practice projects that improve soil health, water quality, and pollinator habitat. Applicants can request up to $10,000 under this funding opportunity. This grant will only fund existing livestock operations and is not able to fund start-up livestock operations. Applicants must be raising livestock products for their community for sale or for barter/exchange.
ELIGIBILITY:
Who is eligible to apply? Livestock farmers in these counties seeking to implement practices for improved soil health, water quality, and pollinator habitat. Please consult the grant guidelines for more eligibility information.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications for the 2025 grant cycle will be accepted October 1 – November 29, 2024. Applications will be available in English and Spanish. Applications must be submitted via our online grant portal. Please do not email or mail in applications. Decisions will be made in early 2025.
