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Author: Chloe Smith, Updated: 09 June 2022 11:50

Today the Government has announced that £30 million will be made available through the Farming Investment Fund to farmers to buy vital equipment to add diversity and value to their products. 

Farmers produce some of the best food in the world and it is right we support the choices that farmers make for their businesses which, in turn, continue to strengthen the food security of the UK.

That is why the Government has announced that £30 million will be made available to farmers to add value to agriculture products after they have been harvested or reared. 

As part of the Farming Investment Fund, sums between £25,000 and £300,000 will be offered for equipment such as display facilities for selling food directly to customers.

The Farming Investment Fund provides grants to improve productivity and bring environmental benefits and is made up of 2 separate funds:

This will support farmers with their investment plans and improve the profitability and productivity of their businesses whilst strengthening food security across the country.

For further information on the Farming Investment Fund, including how to apply, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/farming-investment-fund