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Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program

Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development


A Pennsylvania state tax credit for owners of agricultural assets who sell or lease those assets to a certified beginning farmer, administered by the PA Department of Community & Economic Development.


Eligibility

Owners of agricultural assets (established farmers/landowners) who sell or lease land, equipment, or other ag assets to a Pennsylvania-certified beginning farmer. The direct applicant is the asset owner, so the program is producer-facing.


Details

Maximum Award Amount

$32,000


Terms

Credit equals 5% of the sale price (maximum $32,000) or 10% of annual rental income (maximum $7,000 per year). A statewide annual cap of $5 million applies across all applicants. Instrument is a tax credit (no matching Airtable instrument option).


Application Instructions

Apply through the PA Enterprise eGrants system (PA DCED).



Updated September 1, 2026

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