Farm Viability Enhancement Program (FVEP)
Forecasted
The Farm Viability Enhancement Program (FVEP) by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources funds farm improvements and business planning to boost the long-term sustainability of Massachusetts farms.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $50,000–$175,000 per farm; covenant term required (5–15 years); total annual program funding varies.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts commercial farms with business planning, technical assistance, and capital grants in exchange for a term-limited agricultural covenant.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—check the program page for updates.
Description
The Farm Viability Enhancement Program (FVEP) is administered by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources to strengthen the long-term viability of commercial farms in Massachusetts. The program offers comprehensive business planning, technical assistance, and targeted grant funding for farm capital improvements. In exchange for agreeing to keep their land in agricultural use for a specified term via an agricultural covenant, participating farms receive resources for renovations, new construction, equipment upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements. The program also provides support in succession planning, marketing, and financial management.
