The Product and Market Development Program helps PEI’s small and medium-sized agri-producers and processors grow their business by supporting product development and market expansion efforts. Priority is given to projects that embrace innovation or clean technologies.

Supports the adoption of clean technologies in Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector to enable a low-carbon, sustainable economy.

Provides non-repayable contributions to help Canadian dairy processors manage surplus solids non-fat through equipment upgrades and facility improvements.

Offers repayable contributions of up to $5M to commercialize or demonstrate innovative, commercial-ready agri-tech solutions that enhance sustainability and competitiveness in Canada’s agri-food sector.

Supports food security and access to local, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food through food production-focused infrastructure for equity-deserving groups, particularly Indigenous and Black communities.

Supports promotional efforts to grow domestic demand for Canadian turkey and chicken, as part of Canada’s commitment to compensate supply-managed sectors under CPTPP.

Supports Canadian smart farms in evaluating emerging agricultural technologies and building collaborations that drive innovation, adoption, and agtech workforce development.

Provides federal funding to help food processing companies safeguard workers’ health during COVID-19 and invest in modernizing facilities to secure Canada’s food supply.

Supports farmers and new entrants in Newfoundland and Labrador with funding for land development and infrastructure projects that improve food self-sufficiency and sector growth.

Supports businesses, institutions, and Indigenous/rural proponents in Newfoundland and Labrador transitioning to a green economy through funding for operations, innovation, and supply chain improvements.

Supports projects in Newfoundland and Labrador that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, improve energy efficiency, and create economic growth across key sectors.

Supports producers in adopting advanced farm technologies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.

Supports Nova Scotia value-added agri-businesses through equipment purchases that enhance local food production and sustainability.

Supports small farms in Nova Scotia earning under $30,000 annually to expand production through infrastructure and equipment upgrades.

Helps Nova Scotia farmers adopt beneficial environmental practices and reduce climate-related risks after completing an Environmental Farm Plan (EFP).

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

Supports Nova Scotia farmers in adopting sustainable and energy-efficient practices through funding, rebates, and expert energy guidance.

Supports Nova Scotia wild blueberry and apple growers in upgrading harvesting equipment to improve efficiency and reduce labour demands.

Supports farms in purchasing backup generators and battery storage to improve resilience against power outages and extreme weather events.

Supports Nova Scotia businesses aiming to reduce climate impacts through innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient practices.