Real Farming Trust

The Trust funds agroecological food and farming initiatives across the UK, with a priority for businesses outside the south of England. Supported activities include capital works, core costs, project delivery, equipment, and salaries. The programme focuses on processors, producers, growers, and farmers who are working to create a fairer, more sustainable food system. The Trust's funding is designed to strengthen grassroots food sovereignty and build resilient local economies, addressing both environmental and social goals.

Eligible organisations include registered charities, community interest companies, community benefit societies, co-operatives, social enterprises, and community groups. The programme prioritises businesses outside the south of England and focuses on processors, producers, growers, and farmers who are often excluded from mainstream lending. The Trust supports enterprises that are building local, ethical food networks and working towards agroecological transformation. Organisations should be based in the UK and operate within the UK food system.

The Trust provides multi-year blended finance, combining loans and grants, with a risk-tolerant approach that supports enterprises often excluded from mainstream lending. The funding can cover capital works, core costs, project delivery, equipment, and salaries. The Trust welcomes unsolicited expressions of interest and is committed to values-aligned finance that strengthens grassroots food sovereignty.