Grant or payment · England, Wales
New Entrant Grants
Grants for items that improve soil or livestock health, such as soil and fodder tests, vet health plans, vaccines, cameras, mobile fencing and foot trimming kit.
- From
- Addington Fund
- How much
- Up to £3,000.
- Who can apply
- People aged 18 to 40 starting farming in England or Wales, or farming alone for no more than five years.
What you’ll need
- Business plan with cash flow
- Business bank statement
- Two professional references
- No machinery, trailers or livestock
How to apply
- Request an application form on the New Entrant Scheme page
- Panel reviews the application
- Paid on a receipted invoice
No closing date published.
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Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1. Always read the official page before you apply.