Apiculture Support Program
Last Update: May 13, 2025
QC, Canada
Apiculture businesses receive financial support reimbursement assistance
Apiculture Support Program at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $10,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Grant Providers
- La Financière agricole (FADQ)
Status
Open
Overview of the Apiculture Support Program program
The Apiculture Support Program aims to financially support apiculture businesses by partially reimbursing their contributions to the Crop Insurance Coverage program, specifically within the Bees and Honey subgroups. Eligible businesses can receive a maximum of $10,000 per year if covered under both subgroups, with reimbursements contingent on adherence to good production practices.
Financing terms and conditions
The Apiculture Support Program provides financial assistance through partial reimbursement of contributions to apiculture businesses enrolled in specific insurance coverage plans. This support is strategically designed to ensure the financial viability of these businesses while acknowledging their agricultural contributions.
- The financial assistance offered is in the form of partial reimbursement of the insurance contribution for eligible apiculture businesses.
- The reimbursement rate for the first year of participation is 40% of the apiculture business's contribution.
- The maximum annual financial assistance available is $5,000 per policy year for coverage in the "Bees" or "Honey" subgroups, with total assistance not exceeding $10,000 for businesses covered under both.
- The program's total financial commitment is capped at $1 million over the specified period.
- Financial assistance amounts are determined annually by La Financière agricole du Québec.
- The assistance is dispensed in one or multiple installments during the insurance year.
- Funds provided under this program are transferable and subject to seizure.
Eligible projects & activities
The Apiculture Support Program is designed to provide financial assistance to apiculture businesses that have enrolled in specific crop insurance programs. The initiatives eligible for this program are focused on ensuring financial resilience and promoting best practices within the apiculture sector.
- Financial reimbursement for apiculture businesses participating in the Bee subgroup insurance.
- Financial reimbursement for apiculture businesses participating in the Honey subgroup insurance.
Eligibility criteria of the Apiculture Support Program program
Eligibility for the Apiculture Support Program requires adherence to specific conditions related to insurance coverage and compliance.
- The apiculture business must meet the eligibility conditions outlined in the ASREC program.
- The business must be insured under ASREC in either "subgroup 1: bees" or "subgroup 2: honey," or both within the "Apiculture" group.
- Compliance with the specific insurance conditions for each subgroup mentioned is mandatory.
Who is eligible?
The Apiculture Support Program is available to apiculture businesses in Québec that are enrolled in the ASREC Apiculture insurance coverage under the Bees or Honey subgroups, and meet the eligibility conditions specified by the ASREC program, including adhering to good production practices. Upon enrollment, the businesses are automatically considered for the program without the need for additional application steps.
Who is not eligible
The provided grant information does not list specific types of companies or industries that are excluded from eligibility. It is primarily focused on eligibility for apiculture businesses enrolled in specific insurance programs.
Eligible expenses
The grant provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement for contributions to beekeeping businesses enrolled in ASREC’s Bees or Honey coverage programs.
- Reimbursement of a portion of the contribution to ASREC's Bees or Honey coverage program.
- The maximum eligible expense covered is $5,000 per year for Bees coverage and $5,000 per year for Honey coverage, up to a total of $10,000.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is administered by La Financière agricole du Québec, indicating it is targeted towards businesses within Quebec. Eligibility is likely limited to apiculture businesses in this specific Canadian province.
- Businesses operating within the province of Quebec, Canada.
How to apply to the Apiculture Support Program program
1
Membership in the ASREC program
Make sure to adhere to the Bees or Honey protection of the ASREC program.
2
Eligibility Check
Confirm that your beekeeping business meets the eligibility requirements of the ASREC program.
3
Automatic enrollment in the program
Once you are registered for the Bee or Honey protection, your participation in the support program is automatic.
4
Reception of financial aid
Receive the reimbursements scheduled for your contribution after the aid rate is set by La Financière agricole du Québec.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for the Apiculture Support Program:
- The financial assistance is determined annually by La Financière agricole du Québec, with the first-year reimbursement rate set at 40% of the apiculture business's contribution.
- Reimbursements are automatically applied if enrolled in ASREC’s Bee or Honey coverage program.
- The program operates with a total financial commitment of $1 million over up to five years.
- Reimbursement is in addition to any disaster component, which can further reduce contributions depending on the selected coverage option.
- The maximum financial assistance per year per sub-group (Bees or Honey) is $5,000, with a total of $10,000 possible for businesses covered under both plans.
- The assistance program is subject to environmental standards set out by the environmental quality law and related agricultural operation regulations.
- The program allows for the financial aid to be paid in one or several installments.
- Funds provided under the program are transferable and can be seized in accordance to laws.
- Assistance to enterprises may be limited based on budgetary constraints.
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