Thursday, Sept 24th, 2026 6:30PM at the Bradley County Extension office, there will be an open meeting held with TDA to answer any TAEP questions applicants may have.
Find more information on this page about: TAEP Information, Applications, Beginning Farming Option, Eligible Programs, Important Dates, and FAQ’s.
The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) was established in 2005 to provide cost share dollars to agricultural producers for the purpose of making long-term investments in Tennessee farms and communities. Participation allows producers to maximize farm profits, adapt to changing market situations, improve operation safety, increase farm efficiency, and make a positive economic impact in their communities.
Application period:
The next annual application period is October 1-7, 2026. Applications are only accepted online. All applicants must have a valid email address and actively check it. Approval notifications are scheduled to be mailed mid-December. Program purchases can be made starting October 1, 2026, and must be completed by the program’s final reimbursement request deadline. Participants are encouraged to make purchases and submit reimbursement requests in a timely manner to avoid processing delays at deadline time. Payments are based upon expenses for eligible program items.
In order to qualify, participants must complete the educational requirements. There are a variety of options for the program as educational programs that meet the TAEP requirements. Not all educational programs are offered through each county office.
Programs include:
Dairy Solutions, Herd Health, Genetics, Row Crop Solutions, Hay Storage, Hay Equipment, Livestock Equipment, Livestock Solutions, Working Facility Structures, Poultry Grower, and Producer Diversification.