Deadline Date: June 24, 2026
The Farm Solar Grants is seeking applications to support primary food producers in installing solar photovoltaic systems to reduce energy costs and improve the affordability of local food production.
The focus areas of this programme include renewable energy adoption in agriculture, solar photovoltaic installation for farm operations, reduction of farm energy costs, and support for sustainable food production systems.
Farm Solar Grants support primary food producers by funding the installation of ground-mounted or structure-mounted solar photovoltaic arrays for electricity generation on farm operations. The initiative is aimed at helping reduce operational energy costs and improving the affordability and sustainability of local food production.
This funding is provided by the Columbia Basin Trust and is intended for eligible food producers within the Columbia Basin Trust region. The programme allows applicants to request funding of up to 75 percent of total project costs, with individual grants typically ranging between $20,000 and $70,000.
Eligible applicants include food producers engaged in growing grains, vegetables, fruit, or forage, producing honey, or raising livestock for meat, dairy, or eggs. Applicants must be located in the Columbia Basin Trust region, have been in commercial operation for at least two years, demonstrate ownership of their property, and meet financial and regulatory requirements including minimum revenue thresholds and valid business registration.
The grant supports eligible costs related to the purchase and installation of solar systems on owned buildings or properties, engineering studies to assess feasibility, and necessary electrical or structural upgrades required for installation. The programme is intended to encourage practical renewable energy integration within farm operations.
Certain projects are not eligible for funding, including those focused on research, planning, communications, or campaigns, as well as projects involving non-market-ready technologies, residential or staff housing improvements, or activities outside the Basin region. Projects that relieve government obligations or involve political, advocacy, or discriminatory activities are also excluded.
For more information, visit Columbia Basin Trust.
