It's been a busy June so far!
Here are some of the funding programs/opportunities that have come up in the last week or so:
Season Extension Program Will Re-Open!
An announcement on Wednesday June 4th revealed the Province will be opening the season extension program for a second time. This program will be administered by Horticulture Nova Scotia, supporting the purchase of infrastructure necessary for season extension, such as greenhouses/tunnels, irrigation and cold storage.
- $7 million will be available, in addition to the remaining $1.5 million from the first round of implementation.
The program details are still being in discussion, but expect to see this money come available in the coming weeks!
To check out the full press release, check here: Press Release - Funding Announcement
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On-Farm Climate
Action Fund for Nova Scotia is Now Open
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The
On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is part of the Government of Canada's Agricultural Climate Solutions, a
multi-stream program to help farmers tackle climate change.
Farmers can access up to $100,000 in funding to
implement Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) that will contribute to
on-farm sequestration of carbon and reduce greenhouse gases. Eligible
projects must focus on:
• Nitrogen management * Cover cropping, or
• Rotational grazing
Perennia
Food and Agriculture Corporation will be implementing the fund to help
farmers adopt these practices in Nova Scotia. Training for farmers and
agronomists will also be offered over the three-year program, which ends in
March 2028.
Deadline for the first intake of
applications is August 31, 2025.
The first step in applying is to complete a program pre-screening form,
found on the OFCAF funding page. Once the
pre-screening is submitted and reviewed, a link to the on-line application
form will be sent.
For more information on the program please visit ofcaf.perennia.ca.
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Food Ventures
Program Now Open
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The Food
Ventures Program helps farmers and food and beverage processors in Nova
Scotia be more competitive through quality and food safety and product
development services offered by Perennia specialists.
Overview:
- For farms, and agri-food and
beverage processors making a minimum of $1,500 in annual gross income
- One-year program – first
intake ends October 31, 2025
- 75 percent funding with $3,500 and
$10,000 per year maximums based on income levels
- 50 percent for new components re:
labels and packaging
- New labelling and bar code and
packaging assistance when required due to regulatory changes.
Need
technical advice? Speak to one of our specialists at no charge under the
Food Ventures program!
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