BCAP to Resume in the Summer

The Biomass Crop Assistance Program, known as BCAP will resume this summer. The program — reinstated by the 2014 Farm Bill — helps producers and energy facilities turn renewable biomass materials into clean energy. About $25 million in BCAP funding is available with 10-50 percent of the funding being used for harvest and transportation of biomass residues. “This initiative helps farmers and ranchers manage the financial risk of growing and harvesting energy biomass at commercial scale,” said Farm Service Agency Administrator, Juan M. Garcia. “Investing in agricultural and forestry producers who cultivate energy biomass and supporting next-generation biofuels facilities make America more energy independent, help combat climate change and create jobs in rural America.” Information on funding availability will be published in an upcoming Federal Register notice. Learn more.