Supports hive health, pollination expansion, and technology adoption to strengthen Nova Scotia’s apiculture industry and address labour shortages.

Supports Nova Scotia farmers and agri-businesses in adopting clean technologies that drive sustainable growth and reduce environmental impact.

Supports capacity expansion for licensed abattoirs and beef processors in Nova Scotia through funding for facility upgrades and process improvements.

Helps Nova Scotia farms reduce the cost of transporting limestone to improve soil health and support equitable access to productivity-enhancing practices.

Supports agri-food businesses in adopting innovative technologies, energy-saving solutions, and advanced manufacturing processes to boost productivity and competitiveness.

Supports Ontario-based agri-businesses in commercializing innovative products, processes, or technologies by accelerating market entry and partnerships.

The RED program supports rural Ontario communities with funding for projects that boost economic development, attract investment, and build local capacity.

Supports agri-food businesses in reducing biosecurity risks and strengthening emergency preparedness across the food supply chain.

Supports economic development projects by businesses, municipalities, and nonprofits in Eastern Ontario that drive growth, productivity, and regional job creation.

Funding for agri-food processors to improve energy efficiency, lower operational costs, and invest in sustainable technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Supports Ontario wineries in growing their VQA wine business through innovation, export growth, and tourism development.

Provides financial relief to Ontario wineries and cideries to support growth, job creation, and increased tourism in rural regions.

Supports eligible Ontario distilleries with funding based on spirit production to help expand their operations and create jobs.

Supports eligible Ontario cideries with funding based on alcoholic cider sales to help grow their operations and create jobs.

Provides financial assistance to Ontario farmers for livestock, poultry, or beehive losses resulting from wildlife predation or damage.

Supports Ontario producers, processors, and industry groups in developing domestic and export market opportunities through marketing, planning, and product development.

Helps Ontario growers improve crop quality, production, and marketability by supporting the planting of new or improved produce varieties.

Supports meat processing plants and abattoirs in Ontario to increase processing capacity, improve food safety, and boost productivity through targeted equipment and technology investments.

Supports businesses and municipalities in Ontario with cost-share funding for immediate and short-term deadstock management solutions.

Supports organizations helping underrepresented groups start or grow agri-food businesses, with funding focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion.