Scottish Rural Development Programme
The Scottish Rural Development Programme provides money and support for projects run by businesses, individuals and groups to help:
- create vibrant rural communities
- protect and enhance the environment
- support rural businesses
- help the farming industry grow
There are several funding schemes you can apply to (most on a competitive basis) depending on the nature of your business or project, including:
- Agri-Environment Climate Scheme
- Forestry Grant Scheme
- Less Favoured Area Support Scheme
- Crofting Agricultural Grant Scheme
- Small Farms Agricultural Grant Scheme
- New Entrants Capital Grant Scheme
- New Entrants Start-Up Grant Scheme
- Young Farmers Start-Up Grant Scheme
- Environmental Co-operation Action Fund
- Food Processing, Marketing and Co-operation
- Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Fund
- Beef Efficiency Scheme
- LEADER
Find out more about rural funding and how to access support on the Rural Payments and Services website.
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