To encourage motivation to enter farming, promote settlement after entering farming, and achieve a substantial increase in the number of farmers, subsidies are provided to those who aspire to take on the next generation for acquiring the farming skills and other knowledge necessary to start farming, as well as for that acquisition.
Nagano Prefecture, Oshika Village: Agricultural Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Program (Comprehensive Support Grant for Developing New Farmers) (FY2026)
September 9, 2026
Summary
This program provides subsidies for acquiring the farming skills and other knowledge necessary to start farming. It aims to encourage entry into farming, support continued settlement after starting, and significantly increase the number of farmers.
Key Information
| Location | Oshika Village, Nagano |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥4,500,000 per person |
| Subsidy Rate | Fixed amount |
| Purpose | Human resource development and employment; business improvement and strengthening |
| Eligible Applicants | Businesses in the relevant area; individuals |
| Implementing Agency | Oshika Village |
| Official Page | http://www.vill.ooshika.nagano.jp/%E5%90%84%E7%A8%AE%E8%A3%9C%E5%8A%A9%E5%88%B6%E5%BA%A6%E3%81%AB%E3%81%A4%E3%81%84%E3%81%A6/ |