Livestock Strategy Program — Pollination Expansion PE Canada

Livestock Strategy Program — Pollination Expansion

Charlottetown, PE, Canada
Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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  • Government of Prince Edward Island
  • Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
  • Department of Agriculture
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Gain access to financial assistance to support the sustainable increase of local honeybee colonies that are available for pollination and the advancement of the beekeeping sector through strategic industry initiatives including investment in infrastructur

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This grant is specifically designed for projects within Prince Edward Island, focusing on enhancing the local livestock industry. Therefore, eligible applicants must be located within the geographical bounds of this province.
  • Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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$35,000

Adoption of new technologies for efficient honey extraction and processing

$31,500

Enhancement of on-farm genetics through selective breeding programs

$21,000

Development of Integrated Pest Management strategies for sustainable beekeeping

$42,000

Research initiative on the impact of climate change on honeybee behavior

$17,500

Purchase of queen-rearing and monitoring equipment for local honeybee colonies

$28,000

Installation of climate control systems in beehives to increase colony resilience

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant type for each sub-program within the PEI Livestock Strategy Program.
  • Strategic Livestock Industry Enhancement Sub-Program:
    • Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups;
    • Agriculture industry organizations, clubs and associations;
    • Municipal and provincial governments; and
    • Others as approved by the Prince Edward Island Livestock Strategy Program Review Committee.
  • Community Pasture Sub-Program:
    • Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups;
    • Community pasture groups; and
    • Municipal and provincial government.
  • Provincial Abattoir Sub-Program:
    • Provincially (PEI) licensed abattoirs and poultry processors;
    • Applicants who are in the process of becoming a provincially (PEI) licensed abattoir or poultry processor; and
    • Others as approved by the Prince Edward Island Livestock Strategy Program Review Committee.
  • Pollination Expansion Sub-Program:
    • Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous Organizations;
    • PEI beekeepers;
    • Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations;
    • Provincial and municipal government; and
    • Others as approved by the Prince Edward Island Livestock Strategy Program Review Committee.

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The eligibility for the PEI Livestock Strategy Program varies across its four sub-programs but generally includes Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups, agriculture industry organizations, clubs and associations, municipal and provincial governments, and others approved by the review committee. Specific eligible recipients for each sub-program are as follows:- Strategic Livestock Industry Enhancement Sub-Program: Mi’kmaq First Nations, Indigenous groups, agriculture industry organizations, clubs and associations, municipal and provincial governments.- Community Pasture Sub-Program: Mi’kmaq First Nations, Indigenous groups, community pasture groups, municipal and provincial government.- Provincial Abattoir Sub-Program: Provincially licensed abattoirs and poultry processors, those in the process of becoming licensed, and others as approved by the committee.- Pollination Expansion Sub-Program: Mi’kmaq First Nations, Indigenous organizations, PEI beekeepers, agriculture industry organizations, clubs and associations, provincial and municipal governments. Must provide honeybee colonies for pollination in PEI and meet other specified criteria.

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Based on the provided context, the PEI Livestock Strategy Program excludes companies and industries with certain restrictions to ensure alignment with its objectives and focus areas.
  • Companies involved in aquaponic food production, aquaculture, seaweed, fish, and seafood production and processing, except for international marketing and traceability activities for fish and seafood.
  • Organizations seeking funding for non-arms-length transactions and standard industry practices.
  • Industries or activities related to business risk management (BRM), normal and on-going operating, and maintenance activities.
  • Entities aiming for activities which provide tax credits or rebates.
  • Firms involved in the development and enforcement of regulations.
  • Applicants planning to undertake projects that do not provide a direct benefit to the livestock or beekeeping sectors.
  • Companies selling honeybee colonies unless they are exiting the honey beekeeping sector permanently.

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The PEI Livestock Strategy Program funds a series of projects aimed at fostering growth, sustainability, and improved management practices in the PEI livestock industry. These initiatives span across enhancing genetic resources, advancing pasture management, improving processing efficiencies, and expanding pollination capabilities.
  • Enhancement of on-farm genetics to boost production capabilities.
  • Third-party evaluations for animal performance and genetic potential assessment.
  • Projects to improve feed efficiency on farms.
  • Promotion and adoption of leading-edge management practices.
  • Projects targeting climate change mitigation and enhancing farm resiliency.
  • Infrastructure improvements in community pastures to increase capacity and environmental benefits.
  • Innovative projects for boosting carrying capacity and carbon sequestration in pastures.
  • Demonstrating and evaluating new techniques in pasture management.
  • Process improvements in abattoirs to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
  • GHG emission reduction initiatives in livestock processing operations.
  • Activities managing waste in abattoirs and poultry processors.
  • Initiatives for achieving federal licensing requirements for abattoirs.
  • Replacement and expansion of honeybee queens and colonies.
  • Adoption of new beekeeping equipment and pest management strategies.
  • Purchase of beekeeping equipment to improve management and pollination efficiency.

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The PEI Livestock Strategy Program grant covers a range of eligible expenses that are specific to each sub-program, aiming to enhance productivity, sustainability, and technological advancement in PEI's livestock and beekeeping industries.
  • On-farm genetics enhancement activities.
  • Third-party evaluations of animal performance and genetic potential on farms.
  • Improvements in on-farm feed efficiency.
  • Promotion of advanced management practices.
  • Projects focusing on climate change mitigation and resilience on farms.
  • Information sharing and knowledge transfer activities across all eligible categories.
  • Infrastructure improvements to increase carrying capacity and carbon sequestration in community pastures.
  • Adaptation of equipment or technologies in innovative ways for pasture management.
  • Activities enhancing grazing and wildlife habitat.
  • Adoption of process improvements enhancing operational efficiency and product quality in abattoirs.
  • Activities reducing GHG emissions from livestock processing.
  • Waste management activities for abattoirs and poultry processors.
  • Federal licensing related activities for abattoirs.
  • Replacement of honeybee queens and expansion of honeybee colonies.
  • Purchase of queens, splits, and nucleus colonies.
  • Adoption and development of beekeeping equipment for overwintering success and pest management.
  • Research activities deemed industry priorities in the beekeeping sector.
  • Equipment for queen-rearing, monitoring of pests, and honey extraction.
  • Equipment purchase or technologies enhancing pollination or honey extraction efficiency.
  • Individual industry priority bee research.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for the PEI Livestock Strategy Program, including its sub-programs, are based on specific criteria aimed at assessing merit and impact. However, the explicit point scores for these criteria were not provided in the provided information.
  • Merit and impact assessment of the project proposal.
  • First come-first serve basis, subject to merit evaluation.
  • Potential benefits and impacts on one or more Atlantic provinces (regional collaboration).
  • Demonstrable links to increasing public trust may be eligible for additional funding.
  • Completeness and clarity of the Expansion/Development Plan submitted with the application.
  • Compliance with department application requirements, including submitting a Varroa destructor mite management strategy (for the Pollination Expansion Sub-Program).

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Here are the steps to apply for the PEI Livestock Strategy Program grant:
  • Step 1: Determine Eligibility
    • Review the PEI Livestock Strategy Program Guidelines to ensure eligibility for the desired sub-program.
  • Step 2: Gather Required Information
    • Collect applicant contact information.
    • Gather business or organization information, including CRA registration number.
    • Provide partnership information, if applicable.
    • Set project start and end dates.
    • Identify additional sources of project funding.
    • Determine recipient type and type of industry involved.
    • Prepare to sign the declaration and consent to personal information form.
    • Optionally gather demographic information.
  • Step 3: Prepare Application Forms
    • Complete the PEI Livestock Strategy Program General Application Form.
    • Fill in Appendix A and/or B depending on which sub-program(s) you are applying for.
  • Step 4: Submission
    • Email the completed application to livestock@gov.pe.ca with the program name in the subject line.
    • Alternatively, mail the application to:
      • PEI Department of Agriculture
      • 11 Kent Street
      • PO Box 2000
      • Charlottetown PE C1A 7N8
  • Step 5: Confirmation
    • Await confirmation of receipt from the PEI Department of Agriculture.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • All projects approved for funding must include an information sharing or knowledge transfer component.
  • All recipients must have a current Premise Identification Number.
  • Funding levels and total contributions are merit-based and determined by the Program Review Committee.
  • There is an emphasis on projects with demonstrable links to increasing public trust which may be eligible for additional funding.
  • Projects that benefit more than one Atlantic province may qualify for regional funding.
  • A complete evaluation of the program is planned to ensure objectives are met and relevance for renewal is assessed.
  • Sensitive to the needs of under-represented groups, the program considers Indigenous Peoples, women, youth, and persons with disabilities during development.

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livestock@gov.pe.ca
(902) 368-4880

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