Financial Opportunities

Business Planning and Cash Flow Analysis

Available to beginning Vermont farmers with at least 3 years experience farming and farm businesses that have been in business more than one full year with over $10,000 in gross income the previous year. NOFA Vermont is a service provider through the Vermont Farm Viability Enhancement Program. As a provider, NOFA Vermont is able to offer on-farm technical assistance in production and business planning to organic and transitioning vegetable, grain, dairy, and livestock farms in Vermont.

Government Programs for Organic Growers

State and federal programs available to help farmers conserve resources and energy through technical assistance and flat rate annual payments. Please note some government programs have additional incentives for beginning farmers.

Grants available for Farmers

State, federal and national grants available for farmers to try new ideas and develop business.

NOFA Vermont Revolving Loan Fund

Loans of $2,000-$15,000 for operating cash, improving the business or livestock and equipment, but not for buying land. Applicants are reviewed by a peer loan fund advisory board, and must under go a credit check.