Award Amount: Up to $2,500
Welcome to the 2027 Local Farmer Awards Application! The Local Farmer Awards help farmers fund capital equipment used as an ongoing part of their farm operations, with a life expectancy of more than 5 years.
Review this page thoroughly for important information regarding eligibility and application information.
Eligibility Criteria:
Sales: Minimum annual gross sales of $10,000
Farm Location: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin or Berkshire County of Massachusetts
Agricultural Production Requirements: Farm must grow, harvest, and market your own agricultural products as more than 50% of your farm's economic activity.
Farmer Contribution: Farmers are required to contribute to the cost of capital equipment purchased through this award, with a minimum contribution of 30%.
Use of Funds: Funds must be used for farm equipment and/or physical improvements related to the process of planting, growing, harvesting, or processing.
Project Completion: Project must start and finish in calendar year 2027.
Award Amount Details
The size of your award depends on your farm’s gross sales and your project’s total cost. Maximum award amounts by gross sales:
Gross Sales | Maximum Award |
$10,000–$15,999 | Up to $1,500 |
$16,000–$24,999 | Up to $2,000 |
Over $25,000 | Up to $2,500 |
2027 Schedule
Milestone | Date |
Application Opens | January 1, 2027 |
Application Closes | January 31, 2027 |
Final Decisions communicated by email | By the end of March |
Award checks mailed | By the end of April |
Recipients submit final project report | October 2027 |
Required on Your Application
General information: Farm ownership, location, gross sales, years of operation and products
Project Proposal: Details about your proposed project including timeline, projected expenses, and the impact it would have on your business, etc.
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