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More farmers supported to grow their businesses and restore nature Grant

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Summary

This grant supports farmers to expand their agricultural businesses while implementing environmental restoration practices through a UK land-stewardship scheme. It is open to farmers in England seeking to combine productivity growth with nature conservation and land stewardship.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 5 Aug 2026Accurate?

About this grant

The Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) is expanding to open direct applications from farmers and land managers for the first time, helping more businesses secure funding to restore nature while producing food. Previously, farmers could only apply if invited by Natural England or the Forestry Commission as part of a phased rollout. From summer 2026 onwards, farmers and land managers can begin the application process by submitting an Expression of Interest without requiring an invitation. …

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does this grant offer?
More farmers supported to grow their businesses and restore nature offers $62.5M.
Who can apply for More farmers supported to grow their businesses and restore nature?
Eligibility covers organisations in GB; individual, sme, cooperative. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.