Farming Equipment and Technology Government Grants
FETF 2026 Grants – Funding Available for Ryetec Equipment
Ryetec is pleased to announce that the upcoming Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 grants will soon be available, offering farmers, foresters, and agricultural contractors in England the opportunity to invest in innovative machinery and technology. Ryetec will have numerous machines which will be available on the grant, and we will find out more about each individual item on the schemes soon!
How FETF 2026 Supports Ryetec Customers
The FETF 2026 scheme is designed to help agricultural businesses improve productivity, sustainability, and animal welfare. Many of Ryetec’s advanced machines are expected to be eligible for grant funding, helping you make valuable investments with financial support from DEFRA.
Key Details:
- The application window opens for FETF 2026 on 17 March 2026 and will close at midday on 28 April 2026.
- Grant Amounts: £1,000 - £25,000 per application
- Funding Areas: Productivity, slurry management, and animal health & welfare
- Eligible Items: Expected to include a wide range of equipment that enhances efficiency and environmental sustainability
Get Ready with Ryetec
Our team at Ryetec is here to help you navigate the grant process. We can provide guidance, product specifications, and quotations/ dealer support to support your application, as well as advising which will be the best machine and for what grant it is applicable too. If you’re interested in applying for funding towards Ryetec machinery, contact us today to discuss your options and ensure you’re ready when the scheme opens.
MAAG Drill Range
FETF44 - Direct drill
Expected average cost of item (£): 30,135
Percentage paid towards item: 50%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 15,067
ZOCON Z300L & Z450L Air Seeders
FETF207 - Air drill for establishing cover crops
Expected average cost of item (£): 3,150
Percentage paid towards item: 50%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 1,575
ZOCON GreenKeeper Plus 6M & 8M
FETF208 - Tractor mounted stubble rake 6m
Expected average cost of item (£): 16,800
Percentage paid towards item: 40%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 6,720
ZOCON GreenSeeder 9,11 & 13 Elements
FETF210 - Inter row companion drills 6m
Expected average cost of item (£): 22,225
Percentage paid towards item: 50%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 11,112
KTS Timber Cranes 6M +
FETF17 - Timber cranes
Expected average cost of item (£): 14,200
Percentage paid towards item: 40%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 5,680
KTS Timber Trailers 2T +, 6 Bolsters Minimum
FETF18 - Forestry/timber trailers
Expected average cost of item (£): 8,563
Percentage paid towards item: 40%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 3,425
Restorer GLD & ALD-E 3M +
FETF112 - Grassland sward lifters
Expected average cost of item (£): 4,500
Percentage paid towards item: 40%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 1,800
3m Grassland Subsoiler Stand Alone Subsoiler
FETF109 - Central tyre inflation system
Expected average cost of item (£): 6,933
Percentage paid towards item: 40%
Grant amount (based on a quantity of 1) (£): 2,773