Honey Bee Industry Development Program
This program fosters the continued growth of the New Brunswick honey bee industry through targeted support in key development areas. The initiative not only boosts honey production but also enhances pollination services critical to the province’s wild blueberry and broader agricultural sectors.
Eligible funding may include:
• Purchase of honey bee colonies to expand apiary operations
• Construction or acquisition of new or replacement bee hive equipment
• On-farm equipment to increase operational efficiency in honey production
This program aims to strengthen both the honey and pollination supply chain in New Brunswick’s agriculture industry.
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Funding Amount
$15,000 in funding at a 50% cost-share rate
Eligible Applicants
Farmers
Eligible Purposes
This program supports the expansion and modernization of New Brunswick’s honey bee sector. Eligible activities include:
• Purchase of honey bee colonies to increase apiary capacity
• Construction or acquisition of bee hive equipment
• On-farm equipment investments to improve beekeeping efficiency
Pollination support for crops like wild blueberries may strengthen funding eligibility.
Deadline to Apply
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