Since its inception in 2008, the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) has been a vital catalyst for economic growth and sustainability in rural communities across the United States.

The USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program, or REAP as it’s known is designed to assist rural businesses and agricultural producers in implementing renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements.

Applying for this program can be both challenging, and time-consuming for those seeking funding.  So we’ve compiled a list of steps to help you understand what is involved and how to proceed once you’ve determined to submit an application.   What follows are the key steps to completing a USDA REAP application:

Since its inception in 2008 as part of the Farm Bill, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) has played a pivotal role in fostering sustainable practices and economic development in rural communities across the country.