​This page outlines key funding options available in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. 

 

If you have any other grants that are not on our list, please let us know.

 

We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the information on this page or for securing a grant.

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Last updated: March 2025

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Grants in Scotland

1. Crofting Agricultural Grant Scheme (CAGS)
Up to 80% funding for water systems, ideal for remote areas.
🔗 More info: https://www.ruralpayments.org/topics/all-schemes/crofting-agricultural-grant-scheme-cags/
 

2. Business Energy Scotland – SME Loan & Cashback
Interest-free loans and cashback grants for renewable tech.
🔗 More info: https://businessenergyscotland.org/smeloan/
 

3. CARES (Community and Renewable Energy Scheme)
Support for community-led renewable projects.
🔗 More info: https://www.localenergy.scot/funding/cares/

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Grants in England

1. Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF)
Get 40–60% of your solar pump cost covered if it’s on the approved equipment list.
🔗 More info & apply: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/farming-equipment-and-technology-fund-2024/productivity-items-and-specifications-farming-equipment-and-technology-fund-fetf-2024

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2. Farming Transformation Fund – Productivity Grant
Larger grants (up to £100,000) for on-farm renewable energy, including solar-powered water systems.
🔗 More info & apply: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/farming-transformation-fund-improving-farm-productivity-grant

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3. Water Management Grant
Covers reservoirs, irrigation infrastructure, and pumps.
🔗 More info: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/water-management-grant-round-2/about-the-water-management-grant-round-2-who-can-apply-and-what-the-grant-can-pay-for

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4. Countryside Stewardship Capital Grants
Funding for pasture pumps and water-quality related improvements.
🔗 More info: https://www.gov.uk/countryside-stewardship-grants/pasture-pumps-and-associated-pipework-lv5

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5. Farming in Protected Landscapes
Grants for eco-friendly improvements in National Parks and AONBs.
🔗 More info: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/funding-for-farmers-in-protected-landscapes

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Grants in Wales

1. Small Grants – Efficiency Scheme
Covers 40% of eligible equipment costs, including energy-efficient pumps.
🔗 More info: https://www.gov.wales/small-grants-efficiency
 

2. Sustainable Production Grant (SPG)
For larger projects, including irrigation systems powered by solar—up to £50,000.
🔗 More info: https://www.gov.wales/sustainable-production-grant
 

Grants in Northern Ireland

1. Farm Business Improvement Scheme – Capital (FBIS-C)
Up to 40% funding for small and large farm investments.
🔗 More info: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/farm-business-improvement-scheme
 

2. Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS)
Includes capital support for off-grid livestock watering systems.
🔗 More info: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/topics/environmental-farming-scheme-efs
 

3. Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme (RMCGS)
Grants for community projects in rural NI (up to £2,000).
🔗 More info: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/rural-micro-capital-grant-scheme
 

Grants for Community & Environmental Groups

If you're part of a community or environmental initiative, you may be eligible for support:

• Scotland CARES: https://www.localenergy.scot/funding/cares/

• Wales Local Places for Nature: https://www.keepwalestidy.cymru/pages/category/nature

• Wales Local Energy Fund: https://developmentbank.wales/local-energy-fund

• Northern Ireland RMCGS: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/rural-micro-capital-grant-scheme

• England Countryside Stewardship: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/countryside-stewardship-grants

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