{"id":346,"date":"2022-10-16T22:49:58","date_gmt":"2022-10-16T22:49:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/?page_id=346"},"modified":"2025-07-29T00:33:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T00:33:16","slug":"transition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/index.php\/transition\/","title":{"rendered":"Transition and Repurpose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-1024x338.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-1024x338.png 1024w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-300x99.png 300w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-768x254.png 768w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-1320x436.png 1320w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2-600x198.png 600w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/624be246-ffa9-46e7-ae2a-1d2a0f4308dc-2.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- Intro Section -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto;\">\n  <h2>Support for Farmers and Animal Industry Workers<\/h2>\n  <p>\n    If you&#8217;re in animal agriculture or another industry that uses animals as resources and are looking for ways to transition toward ethical, yet sustainable practices in line with vegan values, you&#8217;re not alone. And there is help available. There are real, practical options\u2014and support networks\u2014to help you evolve your land, skills, and livelihood. \n  <\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- UK Resources Section -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto;\">\n  <h3>Support in the UK<\/h3>\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf31 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegansociety.com\/take-action\/supporting-others\/supporting-farmers-growers\" target=\"_blank\">Vegan Society \u2013 Farmers &#038; Growers<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Guidance, resources, and case studies for UK farmers exploring plant-based and veganic options.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf3f <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegansociety.com\/take-action\/campaigns\/grow-green\" target=\"_blank\">Grow Green (Vegan Society)<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Campaigns and policy proposals for a transition to sustainable, plant-based UK farming.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf3e <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viva.org.uk\/health\/going-vegan\/farming\/\" target=\"_blank\">Viva! Farming<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Interviews and stories from British farmers who\u2019ve left animal farming behind.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83e\udd1d <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegansupportingfarmers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Vegans Supporting Farmers<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Grassroots UK initiative offering direct support to animal farmers interested in change.\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- US Resources Section -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto;\">\n  <h3>Support in the US<\/h3>\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf0d <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.transfarmation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Transfarmation (Mercy For Animals)<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      A transition program helping US farmers leave animal agriculture and shift to plant-based models.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf3b <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.refarmd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Refarm\u2019d<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Offers US and international support to convert animal farms into plant milk production or sanctuaries.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udc04 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rancheradvocacy.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rancher Advocacy Program<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      Founded by a former cattle rancher, this program guides animal farmers through structural transition and economic rethinking.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/farmertoolkit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Farmer Toolkit<\/a><\/strong><br>\n      A practical resource hub offering tools, funding advice, and peer guidance for plant-based transition.\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- Creative Alternatives Section -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; background-color: #111111; border-left: 4px solid #8ecae6;\">\n  <h2 style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Thinking Beyond Farming<\/h2>\n  <p style=\"color: #d9faff;\">\n    Transitioning away from animal use doesn\u2019t mean you have to grow crops\u2014especially if your land isn\u2019t suited to it. The most valuable asset isn\u2019t the animals\u2014it\u2019s your land, your knowledge, and your ability to adapt. There are many alternative, ethical, and sustainable ways to generate income and purpose from your property.\n  <\/p>\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; color: #e0f7ff;\">\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\uded6 <strong>Eco\u2011Tourism &#038; Retreats<\/strong><br>\n      Set up glamping spots, camping areas, eco-pods, Airbnbs, or wellness retreats. Host guided walks, stargazing, or nature education experiences.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83e\udded <strong>Recreation &#038; Events<\/strong><br>\n      Rent out your land for hiking groups, forest schools, mindfulness workshops, paintballing, airsoft, obstacle runs, or metal detecting meets.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udd27 <strong>Repurposed Resources<\/strong><br>\n      Offer space for timber or off-cut drop\u2011offs. Turn waste wood into firewood, carved goods, or reconditioned furniture. Rent sheds for local makers or DIYers.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf31 <strong>Community &#038; Cooperative Use<\/strong><br>\n      Lease part of your land to community gardens, rewilding projects, or allotment groups. Share tools or workspace in a tool library or maker hub.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udfa5 <strong>Creative Use &#038; Media<\/strong><br>\n      Use your location for photography, filmmaking, podcasting, drone footage, or even as a base for wildlife documentation or small creative residencies.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f <strong>Rural Skills Training &#038; Workshops<\/strong><br>\n      Host sustainable living workshops\u2014e.g. composting, foraging, hedge-laying, natural building, woodworking, or off-grid systems.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\ude9b <strong>Storage or Local Services<\/strong><br>\n      Use barns or outbuildings for van\/boat storage, self-storage rental, or to support local delivery networks or refill hubs.\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p style=\"color: #d9faff;\">\n    When you shift your thinking from animal use to land use, new ideas emerge. The equity is the land\u2014not the livestock.\n  <\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- Grants & Support Header (dark mode friendly) -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; background-color: #1a1a1a; border-left: 4px solid #4c956c;\">\n  <h2 style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Grants &#038; Financial Support for Transition<\/h2>\n  <p style=\"color: #d0e5d5;\">\n    Whether you&#8217;re exploring plant-based crops, repurposing land, or transforming your business entirely, there are funding programs available to support your transition. Below are some UK and US grants that may apply.\n  <\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- UK Grants -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto;\">\n  <h3 style=\"color: #2f6f4e;\">UK-Based Grants<\/h3>\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udcb7 <strong>Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI)<\/strong><br>\n      Government scheme in England paying farmers to implement environmental practices.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/sustainable-farming-incentive-guidance\" target=\"_blank\">gov.uk\/sustainable-farming-incentive<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf3e <strong>Countryside Stewardship (CS)<\/strong><br>\n      Targeted grants for habitat creation, land conservation, and soil improvement.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/countryside-stewardship-grants\" target=\"_blank\">gov.uk\/countryside-stewardship<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udca7 <strong>Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF)<\/strong><br>\n      Free advice and funding for water\/soil management via DEFRA and Natural England.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/catchment-sensitive-farming-reduce-agricultural-water-pollution\" target=\"_blank\">gov.uk\/catchment-sensitive-farming<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udfde\ufe0f <strong>Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF)<\/strong><br>\n      Funding for diversification projects like plant-based processing, eco-tourism, and rewilding.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/rural-england-prosperity-fund-prospectus\" target=\"_blank\">gov.uk\/rural-england-prosperity-fund<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<!-- US Grants -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto;\">\n  <h3 style=\"color: #2f6f4e;\">US-Based Grants<\/h3>\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\">\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udc8a <strong>Physicians Committee Crop Conversion Grants<\/strong><br>\n      Up to $15,000 for farmers transitioning from animal agriculture to plant production.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcrm.org\/good-nutrition\/plant-based-farming-program\" target=\"_blank\">pcrm.org\/plant-based-farming<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf3f <strong>SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education)<\/strong><br>\n      Grants (often up to $20,000) for pilot projects, regenerative farming trials, and training.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sare.org\/grants\/\" target=\"_blank\">sare.org\/grants<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udce6 <strong>Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG)<\/strong><br>\n      USDA program offering up to $250,000 for new plant-based product development or marketing.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rd.usda.gov\/programs-services\/business-programs\/value-added-producer-grants\" target=\"_blank\">usda.gov\/value-added-producer<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83d\udca7 <strong>Local Conservation District &#038; Watershed Grants<\/strong><br>\n      Small grants ($2,500\u2013$25,000) for soil health, water conservation, or land repurposing.<br>\n      Check with your local conservation district or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nacdnet.org\/general-resources\/conservation-district-directory\/\" target=\"_blank\">nacdnet.org<\/a>.\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \ud83c\udf4a <strong>FruitGuys Community Fund &#038; Certification Mini-Grants<\/strong><br>\n      Microgrants for infrastructure, soil certification, and sustainability upgrades.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/fruitguyscommunityfund.org\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\">fruitguyscommunityfund.org<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\">\n      \u2600\ufe0f <strong>Climate-Smart Agriculture Programs<\/strong><br>\n      Includes USDA and state-level incentives for climate-friendly practices.<br>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climatehubs.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">climatehubs.usda.gov<\/a>\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- Closing Message Section -->\n<section style=\"padding: 1em; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; background-color: #1a1a1a; border-left: 4px solid #4c956c;\">\n  <p>\n    Change takes courage. Your knowledge, experience, and connection to the land can be transformed into something kinder and more sustainable. A better future is possible\u2014and there are people ready to walk that path with you.\n  <\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-1024x207.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-1024x207.png 1024w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-300x61.png 300w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-768x155.png 768w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-1320x266.png 1320w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd-600x121.png 600w, https:\/\/helpgoingvegan.info\/helpgovm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/sddssdd.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Support for Farmers and Animal Industry Workers If you&#8217;re in animal agriculture or another industry that uses animals as resources and are looking for ways to transition toward ethical, yet sustainable practices in line with vegan values, you&#8217;re not alone. 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