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Perennial Crop Development Establishment

Q: What is the Perennial Crop Development Establishment?

Get up to $20,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses to support your high-value perennial crop production.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was November 17, 2025.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Perennial Crop Development Establishment?

You can contact Government of Prince Edward Island by email at perennial@gov.pe.ca or by phone at (902) 368-4880.

Q: Where is the Perennial Crop Development Establishment available?

The Perennial Crop Development Establishment program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.

Q: Is the Perennial Crop Development Establishment a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Perennial Crop Development Establishment is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Perennial Crop Development Establishment?

Perennial Crop Development Establishment is funded by Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Charlottetown, PE

Funding to increase agricultural sustainability in PEI

Grant and Funding

Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)

Government of Prince Edward Island

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Optimize production processes

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : September 15, 2025
Closing date : November 17, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Location

Charlottetown

Legal structures

All legal structures

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Persons with Disabilities
Canadians
Youth (<40)
Women

Overview

Get up to $20,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses to support your high-value perennial crop production.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 20,000

Creating an innovative apple orchard with pest-resistant apple breeds and drone technology

$ 20,000

Establishing a research-focused lavender farm to develop high-yield and drought-resistant varieties

$ 20,000

Launching a perennial herb farm specializing in high-value medicinal plants with R&D and training

$ 20,000

Initiating a truffle orchard with specialized equipment and skilled workforce training

$ 20,000

Developing a new variety of high-yield blueberries through research and development

$ 20,000

Implementing a sustainable organic vineyard with R&D and workforce training

How to apply

Review Guidelines

Familiarize yourself with the Perennial Crop Development Program guidelines and eligible expenses.
Ensure your project aligns with the program's goals and requirements.

Gather Supporting Documents

Provide proof of land ownership or a long-term lease agreement if applicable.
Prepare a detailed description of the project, expected outcomes, and ecological benefits.

Complete Application Form

Fill out the application form with all required information including contact details and project specifics.
Include any necessary appendices, such as the proposed site assessment or trellis design.

Submit Application

Email your completed application to perennial@gov.pe.ca with the program name in the subject line.
Alternatively, send your application via regular mail to the PEI Department of Agriculture at the given address.

Retain Confirmation

Ensure you receive a confirmation of submission for your application.
Keep this confirmation for your records.

Contacts

perennial@gov.pe.ca

(902) 368-4880

Charlottetown, PE, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Perennial Crop Development Establishment Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Perennial Crop Development Establishment. 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.