The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) has announced that Grant Funding Agreements (GFAs) are now being issued to successful applicants under the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026. Applicants who applied for funding earlier this year should watch for communications from the RPA regarding the outcome of their applications.
FETF 2026 offered grants across three themes:
The fund supports investment in equipment and technology designed to improve farm productivity, enhance animal health and welfare, and help businesses manage slurry more effectively. Applications for the 2026 round opened in March and closed on the 12th of May.