{"id":10452,"date":"2026-03-15T15:41:55","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T15:41:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellcalf.com\/staging\/?p=10452"},"modified":"2026-03-24T15:44:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T15:44:51","slug":"fetf-guidance-for-2026-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellcalf.com\/staging\/fetf-guidance-for-2026-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"FETF Guidance for 2026 Announced!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The 2026 Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) guidance is officially here!<\/b><\/h2>


<\/b>If you\u2019re a farmer in <\/span>England <\/strong>who has been looking to upgrade your farm\u2019s tech stack to improve calf welfare and streamline your daily operations, DEFRA funding through FETF could help cover a significant portion of the bill.<\/span><\/p>

What\u2019s New in 2026?<\/h3>

Under the 2026 guidance , the WellCalf system by Smartbell<\/strong> is eligible for funding under FETF315CA: Automatic health and welfare remote monitoring system.<\/strong><\/p>

This isn’t just a small subsidy; it\u2019s a substantial boost for your farm’s infrastructure. Successful applicants could receive <\/span>direct funding covering up to 50% of the purchase costs<\/span><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span>You can read full details of the FETF elligibility criteria <\/span>here<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>

Why Apply?<\/h3>

The goal of the FETF is to help farmers access and implement new technologies that help save time, reduce costs and improve animal welfare – with the ultimate aim of increasing your profitability.<\/p>

By integrating WellCalf into the day-to-day of your farm, you aren’t just getting new hardware; you’re getting data-driven insights that help you catch health issues before they become crises, help automate your record-keeping, and ensure your calf welfare is second to none.<\/p>

Important Dates<\/h3>

The application window opens on 17 March<\/strong>. These windows can be competitive and time-sensitive, so we recommend preparing your documentation now.\u00a0<\/p>

Need a hand with the details?<\/strong> Our team is ready to answer your questions and provide the details you need to support your application.<\/span><\/p>

Request a quote now to find out more!<\/strong><\/h3>