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MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3
Funding for farm-based agro-environmental projects
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Support for farm-based agro-environmental projects in Quebec. The program funds trials, sustainable practices, and selected environmental improvements, with support up to $15,000 per trial and other maximums depending on the project type.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- On-farm agro-environmental trials
- Organic conversion of plant, maple, and beekeeping production units
- Environmental improvements in farm practices and management systems
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Project plan or required diagnostic document, depending on the activity
- Detailed quotes or equivalent price proof, when required
- Supporting technical plans, drawings, or location plans, depending on the project
- Attestations, certifications, or permits required for the chosen activity
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural operations
- Agricultural equipment cooperatives (CUMA), for some activities
- Agro-processors, for some activities
Eligible expenses
- Purchase or modification of eligible equipment
- Installation of eligible environmental infrastructure
- Consulting and technical support tied to the project
- Required project diagnostics, plans, and drawings
Eligible geographic areas
- All regions of Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for completeness and eligibility.
- Only complete applications are processed.
- If approved, the applicant receives a funding agreement before project completion.
- Final claims and supporting documents must be submitted at the end of the project.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until funds are exhausted or the next Prime-Vert program is launched.
- Only complete applications with all required documents will be processed.
- If a request is accepted, eligible expenses incurred from April 1, 2026 may be considered.
- An applicant may request a review of a decision within 30 days of notification.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3. 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 MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3?
Support for farm-based agro-environmental projects in Quebec. The program funds trials, sustainable practices, and selected environmental improvements, with support up to $15,000 per trial and other maximums depending on the project type.
How much funding can be received?
MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 program?
To be eligible for the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 program, you must:
Farm-based applicants only for this component
Project must be supervised by an advisor
Project must fit an eligible agro-environmental activity
What expenses are eligible under MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3?
On-farm agro-environmental trials
Organic conversion of plant, maple, and beekeeping production units
Environmental improvements in farm practices and management systems
Who can I contact for more information about the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3?
You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at Prime-Vert@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 available?
The MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.3 is a Grant and Funding