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Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate

This program provides financial assistance to Minnesota farmers and schools for retrofitting or installing certified tractor rollover protection systems to enhance safety.

$500
Active
MN
Rolling Deadline
Recurring
Grant Description

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate Program helps farmers and schools retrofit or install certified tractor rollover protection systems. For Fiscal Year 2025 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026), approximately $75,000 is allocated to support this program (shared with the Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant). The rebate covers at least 70% of the costs associated with purchasing, shipping, and installing an eligible rollover protection kit (roll bar plus seat belt), with a maximum out‑of‑pocket cost for the applicant capped at $500 per tractor. Eligible tractors must be built before 1987. Installations must use certified ROPS kits, or, if no certified new kits are commercially available, a certified used roll bar after contacting the National ROPS Rebate Program (NRRP). The rebate is administered via the NRRP, with Minnesota providing funds through legislative appropriation and private contributions. Applications are handled through the NRRP’s enrollment process, which includes pre‑approval steps, purchase, proof of installation, and submission of documentation; rebate payments are processed after verification, typically within 45 days. Applicants must be Minnesota farmers or schools. The program is limited by available funding; rebates are awarded on a first‑come, first‑served basis until funds are exhausted. Only one tractor per farm per year is generally eligible for retrofitting under this program. Strict adherence to the rebate process is required (pre‑approval before purchase, submission of documentation, certified equipment, etc.).

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - $500

Total Program Funding

$75,000

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

No

Additional Details

Covers at least 70% of cost of purchase, shipping, and installation of certified ROPS kit for tractors built before 1987; applicant cost capped at $500; approximately $75,000 is available in FY2025 (shared with Grain Safety Grant).

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Individuals
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Small businesses
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Additional Requirements

Applicants must be Minnesota farmers or schools. Eligible tractors must be built before 1987. Kits must be certified; used certified kits allowed only if no new ones are commercially available (with prior approval). Only one tractor per farm per year is eligible under most conditions. Applicants must follow NRRP’s process (pre‑approval, installation proof, etc.).

Geographic Eligibility

Minnesota (statewide)

Expert Tips

Get pre-approval before purchasing. Do not install before approval. Ensure kit is certified and matches your tractor. Submit documentation promptly.

Key Dates

Application Opens

July 1, 2025

Application Closes

June 30, 2026

Contact Information

Grantor

Minnesota Department of Agriculture

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Agriculture
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