Event |
Deadline |
| 2025 Application Period | October 1-7, 2026 |
| Approval Notifications – to be mailed | Mid-December 2026 |
| Reimbursement Packets – to be mailed | January 2027 |
| Decline Funding Deadline – Hay Equipment & Livestock Equipment | March 1, 2027 |
| Reimbursement Request Deadline – Hay Equipment & Livestock Equipment | April 1, 2027 |
Established in 2005, The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) provides cost share dollars to agricultural producers for the purpose of making long-term investments in Tennessee farms and rural communities. This program allows producers to benefit from maximized profits, improved safety, and increased efficiency while positively impacting economies in rural communities.
In 2026, the TAEP application period is October 1-7, with notifications for approval being sent out in mid-December. TAEP purchases can be made starting October 1, 2026 until each category’s final reimbursement deadline, as determined by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. Reimbursements are based on expense amounts for eligible items in the program.
In previous years, hay equipment and hay storage have been offered on a rotating basis. However, for the 2026-2027 cycle, both hay equipment and hay storage programs will be offered. For a complete list of programs and eligible purchases, click here.
Our sales team will be happy to help with any questions you may have about the program or eligible equipment. Give us a call today or complete the online contact form on this page for assistance with your TAEP-eligible purchase.
Eligible hay equipment items we carry:
In the 2026-2027 cycle, the TAEP hay program offers a 50% cost share with a maximum reimbursement of $5,000.
In this cycle, the program has been updated to reduce the required hay production acreage for eligibility from 100 acres down to 50 acres (first cutting only). This is great news for producers who were previously ineligible for the program due to smaller production size.
Eligible equipment items we carry:
In the 2026-2027 cycle, the TAEP farming solutions program offers a 50% cost share with a maximum reimbursement of $6,000.
To learn more about application requirements and eligibility information, please visit the TAEP Hay Equipment website here.
We are here to help our customers make the most of their TAEP purchase by offering competitive pricing, package deals, and financing.
Check out our current specials or request a quote below to see how you can get the best deal on your TAEP purchase.