Funder: Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: 50% of eligible expenses; published 2026–2027 program maximums range from $3,000 to $12,000
Summary: TAEP reimburses individual Tennessee agricultural producers for eligible purchases through farm-sector cost-share programs.
Key Information: Approved applicants must personally complete eligible educational requirements before reimbursement, not before application.
Description
The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP), administered by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, provides cost-share reimbursement for eligible agricultural purchases. Support is organized into producer programs with distinct eligible items, minimum production requirements, educational requirements, and reimbursement limits. Application A covers livestock, dairy, hay, commercial poultry, row crops, swine, and commercial equine operations.
Application B, Producer Diversification, supports existing producers working in agritourism, fruit and vegetables, honey bees, horticulture, organics, and value-added products. Applicants may apply through both applications if eligible. Funding is tied to qualifying purchases and completed farm projects, with documentation reviewed before payment. The published amounts and eligibility details below describe the 2026–2027 program.
