Bayside Agricultural Inc. of Wareham received a $7,500 grant through the Agricultural and Environmental Enhancement Program.

The grant program is geared toward helping farmers limit the environmental impact of farming.

Senator Marc Pacheco (D-Taunton) announced the award and said, "I am pleased to see the Global Warming Solutions Act, Which I sponsored has led to the development on environmental improvements through initiatives such as AEEP."

"These programs ensure a solid foundation on which local farmers can grow," said Pacheco.