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Advancing Agri-Food Processing
New Brunswick agri-food product development funding
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance of up to $100,000 to cover up to 50% of the costs of conception and development of new agri-food products or making the production of existing products more efficient and competitive.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Advancing Agri-Food Processing grant supports projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and quality of agri-food processing. Eligible activities include modernization of equipment and analysis for improved manufacturing processes.
- Cost for equipment purchase related to processing and packaging value-added products, such as pumps and juice presses.
- Investment in new and innovative technology to support production goals.
- Consultant fees and expenses for process efficiency and improvement analyses.
- Implementation of automation and efficient manufacturing processes.
- Technology review and process line design for integrating new equipment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
There are eligible types of companies for this grant:
- Indigenous Peoples or Organizations
- Agriculture producers (individuals or groups) to further process their primary products or value add
- Abattoirs involved in further processing or value-added
- Agri-Food processing facilities
- Agri-Food licensed Commercial Kitchens
- Agriculture producer associations
- Academic or research institutions
- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving program objectives
Who is not eligible
Yes, there are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Retail food services or grocery stores
- Restaurants
- In-home processing
- Ice Cream parlours
- Facilities where the retail environment is larger than the processing area
- Publicly funded facilities
- Processors of seafood or fish
Eligible expenses
Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant for both Production Improvement and Processing Capacity Expansion and Food Processing and Manufacturing Process Efficiency and Analysis.
- Equipment cost for processing and packaging for the final value-added product.
- New and innovative technology.
- Incremental equipment for scaling or for product diversification.
- Consultant fees.
- Expenses directly related to the cost of process efficiency and improvement analysis.
- Implementing automation.
- Efficient manufacturing processes.
- Technology review and processing line design for integration of new technology.
Eligible geographic areas
This funding initiative appears to be managed by the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries in New Brunswick, suggesting a regional scope for eligible applicants. Potential applicants should consider regional requirements as outlined by the funding body.
- Companies located in New Brunswick, Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants may be required to report on the impact of the funding received.
- The Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries provides discretion over the percentage of funding.
- Projects that show benefits to multiple provinces may qualify for regional funding.
- Applicants are responsible for obtaining necessary permits, environmental approvals, or certifications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advancing Agri-Food Processing Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Advancing Agri-Food Processing. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Advancing Agri-Food Processing?
Financial assistance of up to $100,000 to cover up to 50% of the costs of conception and development of new agri-food products or making the production of existing products more efficient and competitive.
How much funding can be received?
Advancing Agri-Food Processing Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Advancing Agri-Food Processing program?
To be eligible for the Advancing Agri-Food Processing program, you must:
Eligible applicants include Indigenous Peoples or Organizations, agriculture producers, agri-food processing facilities, academic institutions, and other eligible groups.
Ineligible applicants include retail food services, in-home processing, and ice cream parlours.
What expenses are eligible under Advancing Agri-Food Processing?
The Advancing Agri-Food Processing grant supports projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and quality of agri-food processing. Eligible activities include modernization of equipment and analysis for improved manufacturing processes. Cost for equipment purchase related to processing and packaging value-added products, such as pumps and juice presses.
Investment in new and innovative technology to support production goals.
Consultant fees and expenses for process efficiency and improvement analyses.
Implementation of automation and efficient manufacturing processes.
Technology review and process line design for integrating new equipment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Advancing Agri-Food Processing?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at sustainable.cap@gnb.ca.
Where is the Advancing Agri-Food Processing available?
The Advancing Agri-Food Processing program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Advancing Agri-Food Processing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advancing Agri-Food Processing is a Grant and Funding