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Agri-processing Productivity Improvement
Supports agri-processing productivity upgrades
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 13, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program supports productivity improvements in Manitoba's agri-processing sector. It funds equipment and software for scale-up, automation, bottleneck reduction, and waste reduction projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : August 13, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Scale-up projects to improve production capacity
- Automation projects for agri-processing operations
- Bottleneck reduction projects
- Waste reduction projects
Documents Needed
- Applicant Information Form
- Application Worksheet
- Supporting documents required by the program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agri-food processors
- Agri-product processors
- Primary producers engaged in value-added processing
- Non-profit organizations engaged in value-added processing
- Indigenous groups, including First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Tribal Councils, associations, and organizations
Who is not eligible
- Current and former Government of Canada employees
- Current Manitoba government employees with 50% or more ownership in the applicant
- Current or former members of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba
- Current or former members of the Executive Council
- Current or former Manitoba senior public servants
Eligible expenses
- Equipment for preparing, producing, or packaging products
- Materials handling and conveyance systems
- Process-related fixed storage and temperature or humidity-controlled storage
- In-house quality control implementation or upgrades
- Software and related hardware for process integration and quality control
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses paid before April 1, 2026 or after the project completion date
- Normal operating expenses, maintenance, and office renovations
- Land, buildings, facility upgrades, and associated fees
- Leased, rented, or subscription-based equipment or software without immediate ownership transfer
- Training not directly tied to the new equipment or software
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The program administrator notifies applicants of the funding decision.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement before reimbursement.
- Payment is made according to the funding agreement and requires proof of payment and claim documents.
Additional information
- Only one application is allowed per intake.
- Applications must be complete and signed by an authorized representative.
- Funding is subject to available program funds.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement. 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 Agri-processing Productivity Improvement?
This program supports productivity improvements in Manitoba's agri-processing sector. It funds equipment and software for scale-up, automation, bottleneck reduction, and waste reduction projects.
How much funding can be received?
Agri-processing Productivity Improvement Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement program?
To be eligible for the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement program, you must:
Agri-processing-related applicant
Project in Manitoba or benefiting Manitoba
Meets program requirements
What expenses are eligible under Agri-processing Productivity Improvement?
Scale-up projects to improve production capacity
Automation projects for agri-processing operations
Bottleneck reduction projects
Waste reduction projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement?
You can contact Department of Agriculture of Manitoba by email at agriculture@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 1-800-811-4411.
Where is the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement available?
The Agri-processing Productivity Improvement program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Agri-processing Productivity Improvement a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agri-processing Productivity Improvement is a Grant and Funding