Working Structures & Fence-line Systems Overview
2024-2025 TAEP Application A
50% Cost Share – Maximum Reimbursement - $4,000
The amount of payment is based upon 50% of expenses incurred for eligible program items up to the program maximum.
Permanent Working Cover reimbursement is based on eligible project amount up to maximum per square foot. Square footage is calculated post to post. Overhang is not eligible in calculating square footage.
Applicant Responsibility
The amount of payment is based upon 50% of expenses incurred for eligible program items up to the program maximum.
Applicant Eligibility
Educational Requirements
Reimbursement Requirements
Verification Requirements
Applying for TAEP
Minimum Requirements
Cattle – 30 head or Goats/Sheep – 50 head
Applicant must meet at least one of the minimum requirements of head of livestock for program. Verification of minimum requirements may be requested prior to approval. Head of Livestock = maximum number of single type, regardless of sex or age, at any one time during the last 12 months. Goats/Sheep can be combined to meet minimum head requirement.
Project Overview
Below is a summary of eligible projects within this program. Complete program information is available by clicking on the project title.
The purpose of this structure is to cover pre-existing permanent livestock working equipment (alley, crowding system area, and head gate and/or squeeze chute). Livestock equipment is not eligible for cost share.
The completed project must show:
• Livestock working equipment permanently installed in a functional layout under the cover
• Livestock access/movement from outside flowing into the covered crowding system area
The purpose of this pen is for receiving, separating, weaning, or holding livestock prior to working and/or loading. Pen must be permanent and all four sides must be new construction.
This system allows feed to be placed into concrete bunks located within a fence-line, as opposed to in-field feeding, improving safety and efficiency.
The completed project must:
• Feature new items: j-style concrete bunks, cable/railing, & concrete pad
• Be built outdoor within a fence-line (new or existing) with access from a road or farm lot
This system allows for hay bales to be placed into a feeding area located within a fence-line, as opposed to in-field feeding, improving safety and efficiency.
The completed project must:
• Feature new items: feeder panels, posts, concrete pad, & optional gate
• Be built outdoor within a fence-line (new or existing) with access from a road or farm lot
Reimbursement Request Deadline – August 1, 2025
Allowable purchase dates for Working Structures & Fence-line Systems are from October 1, 2024 – August 1, 2025.
All items, regardless of backorder status, must be purchased (paid in full or financed) by the program reimbursement deadline. Backordered items may be ineligible for cost share if not delivered to the farm by the program deadline.
Receipts must be in the name of the applicant approved for cost share funding.
Quotes and purchase orders do not represent a purchase and are not considered receipts.
Proof of payment may be requested to verify purchase.
See “Reimbursement Requirements” link at the top of the page for more information.
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