Improving Crop and Livestock Health and Quality
NB, Canada
Funding to reduce pests and diseases in New Brunswick agriculture
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
- Government of New Brunswick
- Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
- Department of Agriculture
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Gain access to financial support to cover the costs of projects aimed at mitigating the effects of pests and diseases while enhancing the overall well-being and quality of agricultural produce and livestock.
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This grant provides structured financial support to enhance the health and quality of crops and livestock with specific funding limits and opportunities for increased assistance. The program emphasizes cost-sharing and targeted investment in strategic improvements.
- Co-financing of up to 50% of eligible project costs, subject to a maximum of $75,000 per project.
- Possibility of higher funding levels if a significant benefit to the sector can be demonstrated.
- Funding is designed to cover a range of strategic health management initiatives and quality improvement projects.
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This grant encourages initiatives aimed at enhancing the health and quality of crops and livestock in New Brunswick. The eligible activities focus on developing health management programs and improving market opportunities through strategic quality improvements.
- Development of health management programs for crop and livestock sectors, including pest management, pest monitoring, integrated pest management (IPM), and fertility management.
- Implementation of technologies and practices to improve monitoring, eradication activities, and forecasting capabilities for crops and surveillance and eradication activities for livestock.
- Activities aimed at improving crop and livestock quality not directly related to pest and disease control.
- Training activities focused on enhancing crop and livestock health.
- Strategic projects for plant and animal health and quality improvements that create market opportunities and improve the overall health and quality of New Brunswick's agricultural products.
- Projects that tackle on-farm crop or animal health issues through participation in disease surveillance initiatives supported by federal, provincial, or commodity groups.
- Funding for testing fees related to pest and disease diagnostics for regulatory purposes and market access.
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$ 37,500
Establishing an early pest detection system for soybean fields
$ 35,000
Participation in disease surveillance initiative for blueberry crops
$ 47,500
Developing a health management program for apple orchards to mitigate pest infestations
$ 65,000
Implementing disease surveillance and eradication activities for dairy cattle
$ 45,000
Improving disease forecasting capabilities for wheat fields
$ 42,500
Training activities for poultry health management and disease prevention
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the type of applicants and their capabilities.
- Organizations or groups representing New Brunswick agricultural commodities may apply.
- Academic institutions are eligible to apply.
- Animal health professionals are considered eligible applicants.
- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving the objectives of improving crop and livestock health and quality may apply.
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- Organizations or groups representing New Brunswick agricultural commodities- Academic institutions- Animal health professionals- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving the objectives
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The provided context does not specify the types of companies or industries that are not eligible for this grant. Without assumptions or additional restrictions mentioned, it's not possible to list any specific exclusions.
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This grant supports projects designed to enhance the health and quality of crops and livestock in New Brunswick by reducing the impact of pests and diseases. It also encourages initiatives that address new crop management standards and seize marketing opportunities.
- Development of health management programs for crop and livestock sectors, including pest management, monitoring, and fertility.
- Implementation of technologies and practices to improve pest and disease monitoring, eradication, and forecasting for crops.
- Improvement of surveillance and eradication activities for livestock.
- Training activities related to crop and livestock health.
- Strategic projects targeting plant and animal health improvements that create market opportunities.
- Participation in disease surveillance initiatives for addressing on-farm health issues.
- Coverage of testing fees for pest and disease diagnostics for regulatory purposes.
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This grant is designed specifically for projects benefiting crops and livestock within New Brunswick. It aims to support strategic developments in the agricultural sectors of this region.
- Organizations and entities operating within New Brunswick.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Alignment with program objectives
- Feasibility and clarity of the project plan
- Potential impact on crop and livestock health and quality
- Ability to leverage funding and resources
- Demonstrated benefits back to the sector
- Regional collaboration and impact
- Compliance with administrative guidelines
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- Step 1: Review Guidelines
- Familiarize yourself with the SCAP Administrative Guidelines available on the provided link.
- Ensure understanding of reporting and other requirements mentioned in the grant context.
- Step 2: Engage with Department Staff
- Contact the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries staff to discuss your application.
- Identify and reach out to Business Growth Officers, Development Officers, or Specialists as appropriate.
- Use the provided links to find the relevant contact list for Crop, Livestock, or Potato Sector Development.
- Step 3: Prepare Application
- Develop a project proposal highlighting the objectives, activities, and expected outcomes related to improving crop and livestock health and quality.
- Ensure that your project aligns with eligible activities such as pest management, eradication activities, or quality improvement strategies.
- Provide a detailed budget outlining eligible costs.
- Gather any necessary documents such as project timelines, supporting letters, or permits if applicable.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Choose the preferred submission method: email or mail.
- If emailing, send the completed application to Sustainable.CAP@gnb.ca.
- If mailing, send the application to the Sustainable CAP Program Administrator at the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries address provided.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants will need to ensure that any required permits, environmental approvals, or certifications are in place before commencing their project.
- Projects demonstrating benefits beyond New Brunswick, impacting multiple provinces, can qualify for regional funding opportunities.
- Higher levels of financial assistance may be available if the project can show significant benefits to the agricultural sector.
- Applicants are advised to engage with the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries’ staff prior to submission to discuss the potential application.
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Sustainable.CAP@gnb.ca
