NS Beef Abattoir and Processing
This program helps increase the capacity of Nova Scotia’s provincially licensed abattoirs and meat processors that serve the beef industry by funding upgrades and expansions.
Eligible funding may support:
• Equipment purchases to enhance processing capacity
• Facility upgrades for improved efficiency
• Modifications that support regulatory compliance
These activities help expand the province’s beef processing infrastructure.
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Funding Amount
Up to $15,000 for abattoirs and $5,000 for meat processors at a 60% cost-share rate
Eligible Applicants
Abattoirs, processors
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support capacity improvements, including:
• Equipment and tools to improve meat processing operations
• Renovations or expansions to abattoir facilities
• Upgrades to meet safety and inspection standards
Additional activities may be eligible if they align with the program’s objectives.
Deadline to Apply
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