The Future Farming Investment Scheme (FFIS) is a capital grant initiative designed to support eligible active farmers and crofters in enhancing the environmental performance of their agricultural businesses, focusing on climate change and biodiversity.  View applicable products here.  

The scheme provides upfront capital funding, covering up to 100% of eligible investment costs. This support aims to enable all agricultural businesses to make on-farm or croft improvements that align with at least one of the scheme’s objectives:

• Increase business efficiency and sustainability
• Protect, restore, or enhance the natural environment
• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Help mitigate the impacts of climate change
• Key Dates and Budget
• Applications open: 14 July 2025
• Deadline: 22 August 2025
• Indicative budget: £14 million

Funding Levels
The maximum grant available is based on the total area of eligible agricultural land (excluding common grazing shares) declared in the Single Application Form (SAF) submitted by 15 May. There is no minimum grant amount. Full details are available in the scheme guidance.

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Manage Applications and Claims Portal, available on this page from 14 July 2025.

To apply, agricultural businesses must:

• Be registered and approved with the Scottish Government Rural Payments and Inspections Division (SGRPID)
• Have an active Rural Payments and Services account
• Ensure their preferred communication email address is up to date on their account

After Applying
Successful applicants will receive an Offer of Grant, which must be read and accepted within 14 days. Upon acceptance, SGRPID will issue the grant payment. Businesses will then have 9 months to complete their approved investments and submit proof to SGRPID.

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Eligibility Table A–Z