By Vermont Housing & Conservation Board
The Vermont Farm & Forest Viability Program, a program of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board, has grant funds available for on-farm capital improvement projects that have a positive impact on water quality. Eligible farmers can apply for $5,000 to $50,000 in funding. Please note, this award maximum is an increase from prior years.
Applications will open on November 27, 2023, and will be due by January 19, 2024. Viability staff are hosting two virtual information sessions to answer questions on:
These grants are designed to help farm businesses undertake projects that improve on-farm water quality, help farms comply with water quality regulations, and improve overall farm viability. All awards require a 1 to 1 match, and grantees will be reimbursed upon the completion of the project.
More information is available on the Vermont Farm & Forest Viability Program Website at: https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vermont-farm-forest-viability-program/grants/water-quality-grants.
Please share widely to eligible farm businesses and direct any questions to Betsy McGavisk at Betsy@vhcb.org or 802-828-5562.