Tennessee agricultural producers will have a new opportunity to receive cost-share assistance through the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) this year with the addition of a Livestock Fencing program.
The 2026-27 TAEP application window opens today, Oct. 1, and closes Oct. 7.
The new Livestock Fencing program will provide cost-share funding for eligible fencing investments that support livestock operations by strengthening their long-term viability through the installation of new permanent perimeter fencing and new permanent cross-fencing.
“Adding livestock fencing to TAEP gives more Tennessee livestock producers a way to invest in the infrastructure they need to manage their operations,” Agriculture Commissioner Andy Holt said. “As producers prepare to apply, I encourage them to review the requirements and eligible investments for the programs that fit their operations.”
For 2026-27, most TAEP programs offer a 50% cost share on eligible expenses, up to each program’s maximum reimbursement amount. Maximum reimbursements range from $3,000 to $12,000.
Source : tn.gov