NS Beef Abattoir and Processing
Supports capacity expansion for licensed abattoirs and beef processors in Nova Scotia through funding for facility upgrades and process improvements.
Agricultural Research
Supports applied research and on-farm innovation trials that improve the production, sustainability, and competitiveness of Nova Scotia’s agricultural sectors.
On-Farm Electrical Preparedness
Supports farms in purchasing backup generators and battery storage to improve resilience against power outages and extreme weather events.
On Farm Climate Action
Supports farmers in implementing climate-smart practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve long-term environmental sustainability.
Limestone Trucking Assistance
Helps Nova Scotia farms reduce the cost of transporting limestone to improve soil health and support equitable access to productivity-enhancing practices.
Fishers and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency
Supports Nova Scotia businesses aiming to reduce climate impacts through innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient practices.
Foodtech Next
Supports early-stage Canadian tech firms aiming to enter or scale within the food industry by piloting innovative solutions.
Agri-Tech Innovation
Supports agri-food businesses in adopting innovative technologies, energy-saving solutions, and advanced manufacturing processes to boost productivity and competitiveness.
Rapid Response for Business Development
Supports Ontario-based agri-businesses in commercializing innovative products, processes, or technologies by accelerating market entry and partnerships.
Regional Development: Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness
Supports Ontario-based advanced manufacturing SMEs investing in technology, equipment, or workforce development to boost competitiveness and economic impact.
Rural Economic Development
The RED program supports rural Ontario communities with funding for projects that boost economic development, attract investment, and build local capacity.
Rotational Grazing
For farmers looking to establish or expand rotational grazing systems to improve pasture health and livestock management.
Biosecurity Enhancement
Supports agri-food businesses in reducing biosecurity risks and strengthening emergency preparedness across the food supply chain.
Commodity Loan
Provides Ontario farmers with access to short-term operating loans for crop inputs like seed, fertilizer, and pesticides through a government-backed guarantee program.
Conservation Land Tax
This program offers a 100% property tax exemption for eligible natural heritage features on privately owned land in Ontario, supporting long-term conservation efforts.
Eastern Ontario Development Fund
Supports economic development projects by businesses, municipalities, and nonprofits in Eastern Ontario that drive growth, productivity, and regional job creation.
Agri-Food Energy Cost Savings
Funding for agri-food processors to improve energy efficiency, lower operational costs, and invest in sustainable technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
VQA Wine Support
Supports Ontario wineries in growing their VQA wine business through innovation, export growth, and tourism development.
Winery Agri-Tourism Economic
Provides financial relief to Ontario wineries and cideries to support growth, job creation, and increased tourism in rural regions.