By providing Farming Preparation Funds under the New Farmer Support Project to people wishing to become new farmers before starting farming, this program aims to encourage young people’s desire to enter farming and lead to an increase in new young farmers.
Okinawa Prefecture: New Farmer Support Project (Farming Preparation Funds), 2nd Round (FY2026)
September 15, 2026
Summary
This program provides Farming Preparation Funds to people wishing to become new farmers before starting farming, helping encourage young people to enter farming and increase the number of new young farmers.
Key Information
| Location | Okinawa |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 7, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,650,000 per person |
| Subsidy Rate | Fixed amount |
| Purpose | Business startup, entrepreneurship, and venture businesses; human resource development and employment |
| Eligible Expenses | Training expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Before starting a business |
| Implementing Agency | Okinawa Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://www.pref.okinawa.lg.jp/shigoto/nogyo/1010390/1041368.html |