Incentives
Farm Bill Clean Energy Incentives
Because of the many environmental energy security and rural economic development benefits of clean energy, the federal government provides assistance to spark the growth of rural renewable energy businesses.
In these pages we provide information mainly on the flagship Farm Bill Clean Energy Program, Section 9006, formerly titled "The Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Program." This program funds project construction and implementation and we provide application tools and tips for more successful applications.
If you're working on a large project then sound planning becomes even more important. We also provide more information on Farm Bill programs that can help plan farm energy projects.
A description of the resources in this section follows.
Grants & Loan Guarantees
Start here to get a quick overview of the Section 9006 program , award limits, loan guarantees, We also provide news on upcoming funding announcements.
9006 FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the Section 9006 program with links to other resources to help you find answers.
State-Level USDA Contacts
The USDA administers Farm Bill clean energy programs. You can find your state USDA Rural Development representative office here, and they can help guide you through the application process and understand eligibility. They can be your partners in preparing a high-scoring application and are listed by state.
Planning Programs
"Measure twice and cut once," goes the old construction saying. Several Farm Bill business planning programs help rural enterprises start on a sound basis. We provide an overview on USDA business programs here and links to federal resources.