If you were 35 years old or younger on January 1, 2021, get a non-repayable contribution to cover up to 85% of the costs of on-farm investments in modernizing operations, increasing efficiency, biosecurity, environmental sustainability, and meeting changi

Eligibility criteria

The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) provides funding to supply-managed poultry and egg producers to support on-farm investments. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Producers of chicken, turkey, eggs, or broiler hatching eggs in Canada
Actively engaged in farming and have a share of provincial quota/production holdings
Must share eligible project costs with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Young producers aged 35 or younger may receive additional cost share if certain conditions are met
Legal entity must be majority owned or led by young producer(s)

Who is eligible

There are eligible types of companies to apply for this grant. Eligible applicants can include young producers who are actively engaged in farming in Canada and meet the criteria outlined in the program guidelines.

Young producers who were 35 years old or younger on January 1, 2021
Young producers who own or lead the business in accordance with the program's definitions

Eligible expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible project costs that can be shared between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the applicants include:

Increasing efficiency or productivity
Improving on-farm food safety and biosecurity
Improving environmental sustainability
Responding to consumer preferences (e.g., improving animal welfare, adopting alternative housing systems, transitioning to organic production)

Eligible projects & activities

There are eligible projects for the Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program. Projects eligible for funding include those that increase efficiency/productivity, improve food safety/biosecurity, enhance environmental sustainability, and meet consumer preferences in the poultry and egg sectors.

Increase efficiency or productivity.
Improve on-farm food safety and biosecurity.
Enhance environmental sustainability.
Respond to consumer preferences such as improving animal welfare, adopting alternative housing systems, transitioning to organic production, etc.

Evaluation & selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Increasing efficiency or productivity
Improving on-farm food safety and biosecurity
Improving environmental sustainability
Responding to consumer preferences (improving animal welfare, adopting alternative housing systems, transitioning to organic production, etc.)

How to apply

Step 1: Review Program Information
- Understand the program objectives and eligibility criteria
- Familiarize yourself with the funding allocations and cost-sharing details
Step 2: Determine Eligibility
- Confirm your eligibility based on the requirements outlined
- Check if you meet the criteria for the additional cost share for young producers
Step 3: Prepare Application Materials
- Gather all required documentation and information
- Ensure compliance with the program's guidelines
Step 4: Submit Your Application
- Complete the application form accurately
- Submit all necessary supporting documents
Step 5: Await Application Review
- Be patient as processing times may be longer due to the high volume of applications
- Keep track of any communication from the program administrators
Step 6: Follow-Up and Compliance
- Respond promptly to any requests for additional information
- Maintain compliance with the program requirements throughout the process
Step 7: Receive Funding Decision
- Await the decision on your funding application
- Act accordingly based on the outcome provided

Documents and links

Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program — Stream 2

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Grant Summary

The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) provides non-repayable contributions to support poultry and egg producers in adapting to market changes. The program aims to enhance productivity, food safety, sustainability, and align with consumer preferences.

Grant Details

The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) offers reimbursement-based funding to supply-managed poultry and egg producers to assist in adjusting to market shifts due to international trade agreements. The program allocates funds by sector and province, with cost-sharing between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and applicants. Special considerations for young producers involve eligibility criteria based on ownership or leadership, potentially receiving up to 85% of project costs. Applicants must demonstrate compliance with program guidelines and provide necessary documentation for approval.