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Rules for Retrofitters

Our goal is to help provide life-saving ROPS kits to as many farmers as possible. The following rules are intended to ensure that you are purchasing and installing safe, reliable ROPS kits and ensure fair distribution of rebate funds. If you have questions, please contact us at (877) 767-7748 or info@ROPSr4u.org.

Residency and Limits:

  • To receive a rebate, you must 1) be a resident of the state in which you are applying for a rebate from, and 2) use the retrofitted tractor for agricultural purposes.
  • Only one tractor per farm can be retrofitted at a time in most states. In states with sufficient funding, additional tractors may be allowed simultaneously. Please contact the National ROPS Rebate Program staff for the most up-to-date information.

ROPS Certification:

  • ROPS kits must be purchased new and certified to the appropriate national or international standards. You should talk with your dealer or the ROPS manufacturer about certification standards and what they mean for you.
  • Only ROPS kits intended for your specific tractor (certified/approved by the manufacturer) are allowed.

Used ROPS:

  • Used, certified ROPS kits are only allowed if new kits are not commercially available. Additional approvals are needed to ensure eligibility prior to purchase – contact us for more information.

Additional rules and benefits apply in the following states:

  • Illinois: Professional installation is required. Limit of one tractor per year per person.
  • Massachusetts: Rebates are capped at $865; there is no cap on out-of-pocket expenses for farmers. Sun canopies are eligible for rebate at the time of ROPS installation. Original W9, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) form, and Terms and Conditions Contract must be submitted – photocopies, scans, and faxes will not be accepted.
  • Minnesota: School agricultural programs are eligible for ROPS rebates. Limit of one tractor per year per person.
  • New York: School agricultural programs are eligible for ROPS rebates. Sun canopies are eligible for rebate at the time of ROPS installation.
  • Wisconsin: Professional installation is required. Limit of one tractor per year per person.

Rebates are available on a first come first serve basis, and are available only by following the rules and procedures documented here and in official program communications. Individuals who do not follow these rules and procedures will not be eligible for a rebate.

Disclaimer: National ROPS Rebate Program staff members cannot provide technical assistance or advice; these types of inquiries should instead be directed to your equipment dealer or mechanic, or the ROPS kit manufacturer. If you need assistance locating a dealer or connecting with a manufacturer National ROPS Rebate Program staff can provide this information.