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Honey Bee Industry Development Program
Support for New Brunswick honey bee producers
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program supports the growth of the New Brunswick honey bee sector through colony expansion, hive equipment, and on-farm efficiency investments. It offers up to $50,000 per producer per year for eligible activities related to honey bees and pollination services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Expanding honey bee colonies for wild blueberry pollination services.
- Purchasing or constructing new honey bee equipment.
- Investing in on-farm equipment to improve beekeeping efficiency.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Five-year business plan and Honey Bee Development Plan for new applicants or entrants
- Production Management Plan, including disease control and overwintering practices
- Proof of payment for eligible purchases
- Quotes for eligible equipment, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New Brunswick beekeepers.
- Members in good standing of the New Brunswick Beekeepers Association.
- New entrants with demonstrated commercial beekeeping knowledge and ability.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not registered New Brunswick beekeepers.
- Applicants not in good standing with the New Brunswick Beekeepers Association.
- Operations with fewer than 50 viable colonies.
Eligible expenses
- Splitting existing honey bee colonies.
- Purchase of nucleus colonies, bee packages, and full colonies.
- Purchase or construction of hive equipment and components.
- Equipment and pallets used to move, handle, and improve hive efficiency on-farm.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchases or material costs incurred before project approval.
- Trucks and vehicles used to move honey bees.
- Tractors used to lift and move honey bee equipment.
- Equipment intended for sale.
- Buildings, processing equipment, personal protective gear, land improvement equipment, and management supplies.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in the order received after the first submission deadline.
- Projects received after the first deadline are evaluated as funds remain available.
- Some beekeepers may be visited and audited to verify colony numbers.
- Applicants may need to report on the impact of the funding, as set out in the letter of offer.
Additional information
- Applicants should review the administrative guidelines before applying.
- Applicants are responsible for obtaining any required permits, environmental approvals, or certifications.
- Funding may be subject to budget availability.
- Reporting on the impact of funding may be required under the letter of offer.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Honey Bee Industry Development Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Honey Bee Industry Development Program. 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 Honey Bee Industry Development Program?
This program supports the growth of the New Brunswick honey bee sector through colony expansion, hive equipment, and on-farm efficiency investments. It offers up to $50,000 per producer per year for eligible activities related to honey bees and pollination services.
How much funding can be received?
Honey Bee Industry Development Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Honey Bee Industry Development Program program?
To be eligible for the Honey Bee Industry Development Program program, you must:
Registered New Brunswick beekeeper.
Member of the New Brunswick Beekeepers Association.
Minimum 50 viable colonies.
What expenses are eligible under Honey Bee Industry Development Program?
Expanding honey bee colonies for wild blueberry pollination services.
Purchasing or constructing new honey bee equipment.
Investing in on-farm equipment to improve beekeeping efficiency.
Who can I contact for more information about the Honey Bee Industry Development Program?
You can contact Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB) by email at Sustainable.CAP@gnb.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Honey Bee Industry Development Program available?
The Honey Bee Industry Development Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Honey Bee Industry Development Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Honey Bee Industry Development Program is a Grant and Funding