Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program — Stream 2
Canada
Funding for young poultry and/or egg producers
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- grant_single|openingDateJanuary 01, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateMarch 31, 2030
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
- Government of Canada
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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
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This program is open to poultry and egg producers across Canada as it aims to distribute funding fairly based on provincial quota/production holdings.
- Producers located in all provinces and territories of Canada.
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$127,500
Upgrading biosecurity systems to prevent disease outbreaks in an egg farm
$187,000
Improving efficiency with automated feeding systems in a poultry farm
$170,000
Implementing solar energy systems on poultry farm to enhance environmental sustainability
$255,000
Transitioning a poultry farm to organic production to meet consumer preferences
$153,000
Automating egg collection systems to increase efficiency in an egg farm
$212,500
Adopting an alternative housing system in a poultry farm to improve animal welfare
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant's sector, ownership, and involvement in Canadian farming operations.
- The applicant must be involved in supply-managed poultry and egg production, including sectors such as chicken, turkey, eggs, or broiler hatching eggs.
- Eligibility is based on the applicant's share of provincial quota/production holdings as identified by their respective provincial marketing board.
- For young producers, the applicant must have been 35 years old or younger on January 1, 2021, and actively engaged in farming in Canada.
- If applying for the young producers' cost-share, the applicant's legal entity must be majority-owned or led by young producers as per defined criteria (e.g., managed the business for over 2 years, involved in strategic and day-to-day decision-making).
- The business must be registered and operating in Canada, and must self-identify with respect to young producer ownership or leadership where applicable.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate that their projects align with program objectives such as increasing efficiency, improving on-farm food safety, or enhancing environmental sustainability.
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The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) is open to applicants who are supply-managed poultry and egg producers, specifically targeting chicken, turkey, egg, and broiler hatching egg producers. To be eligible, applicants must own or be actively engaged in a poultry or egg farming operation in Canada. Additional opportunities are available for young producers who were 35 years old or younger on January 1, 2021.
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The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) supports projects that enhance the adaptability and sustainability of poultry and egg producers, in response to changing market dynamics. These activities aim to improve productivity, biosecurity, and environmental practices.
- Projects that increase efficiency or productivity on farms.
- Initiatives that improve on-farm food safety and biosecurity measures.
- Investments aimed at improving environmental sustainability.
- Responses to consumer preferences, such as improved animal welfare practices or adopting alternative housing systems.
- Transitions to organic production methods.
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The grant covers expenses related to on-farm investments that align with the program's objectives.
- Investments to increase efficiency or productivity.
- Investments to improve on-farm food safety and biosecurity.
- Investments to improve environmental sustainability.
- Investments that respond to consumer preferences, including improving animal welfare, adopting alternative housing systems, and transitioning to organic production.
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Yes, the Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) evaluates applications based on specific criteria to determine funding eligibility and allocation. These criteria ensure the effective use of resources to support the objectives of efficiency, productivity, food safety, biosecurity, and environmental sustainability.
- Increase efficiency or productivity
- Improve on-farm food safety and biosecurity
- Improve environmental sustainability
- Respond to consumer preferences (e.g., improving animal welfare, adopting alternative housing systems, transitioning to organic production)
- Fair distribution of funding across all supply-managed producers based on the impact of market access concessions under trade agreements (CPTPP and CUSMA)
- Funding allocation based on provincial shares of national quota/production
- Cost-sharing eligibility, with AAFC financing up to 70% and the applicant contributing a minimum of 30%
- Additional cost sharing for young producers, with AAFC covering up to 85% of eligible project costs for those who are 35 years old or younger as of January 1, 2021
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- Step 1: Preliminary Registration
- Create an account on the program’s application portal.
- Submit basic information regarding your farm or agricultural business.
- Step 2: Review Eligibility and Program Information
- Ensure that you meet all the eligibility requirements for the program.
- Familiarize yourself with the program objectives and funding guidelines.
- Step 3: Prepare Application Documents
- Gather necessary documents including proof of quota/production holdings as of January 1, 2021.
- If applicable, prepare a declaration or documentation proving young producer status.
- Develop a detailed project proposal highlighting the investment’s alignment with program objectives.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Log into the portal and complete the application form with all required information.
- Upload supporting documentation including project proposals and declarations.
- Submit the completed application before the program deadline.
- Step 5: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of application submission via email.
- Keep track of your application status through the portal.
- Step 6: Await Response from AAFC
- Wait for a decision regarding funding approval and next steps.
- Ensure readiness to provide any additional information requested by AAFC.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants should be aware of the high volume of applications which may result in longer processing times.
- The program is a reimbursement-based initiative, meaning costs must be incurred and paid before a claim is submitted.
- Funding allocations are determined by sector and province, based on quota/production holdings as of January 1, 2021.
- Young producers may benefit from an increased contribution rate, reducing their financial investment, though not increasing their maximum funding amount.
Apply to this program
Supporting Poultry and Egg Producers Through Strategic Investments
The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) is a vital funding initiative aiming to support Canada’s poultry and egg producers. It provides significant non-repayable contributions to enhance on-farm investments focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and market adaptability.
Maximizing Sustainability and Productivity in the Canadian Poultry and Egg Sectors
The Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP) offers substantial financial backing for producers who are navigating the evolving challenges of increased market competition due to international trade agreements like the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Canada—United States—Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). With a budget of almost $759 million over ten years, the program segments its funding across different sectors: $357.3 million for chicken producers, $91.9 million for turkey producers, $219 million for egg producers, and $90.6 million for broiler hatching egg producers. Each allotment aims to assist producers in making crucial on-farm enhancements. These enhancements include boosting productivity and efficiency, improving food safety and biosecurity protocols, advancing environmental sustainability, and responding to shifting consumer preferences such as trends toward organic production and improved animal welfare practices. This precise focus on adaptative strategies is designed to ensure that the Canadian poultry and egg sectors can maintain a competitive edge while aligning with global market trends.A noteworthy aspect of the PEFIP is its reimbursement-based nature, emphasizing accountability and fiscal responsibility before funds are disbursed. Projects must proceed through application approval and contribution agreement stages, necessitating upfront expenditure by producers, who can then reclaim eligible expenses from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). This structure ensures that investments are adequately vetted and align with program objectives, thereby safeguarding the integrity and aims of the funding provided.Moreover, the PEFIP acknowledges the role of young producers in the longevity and modernization of the farming sector. It offers an additional cost-sharing incentive, allowing up to 85% coverage of eligible project costs for young producers under certain conditions, thereby facilitating generational transition and encouraging younger entrants. This provision is crucial to fostering a future-focused agriculture sector, ensuring that today’s investment in young producers translates into tomorrow’s sustainable farming operations.Applicants' total funding is determined based on their share of provincial quota or production holdings as recorded on January 1, 2021, establishing equity in fund distribution relative to market impact potential. This method ensures that funds address the concessions made under these trade agreements proportionately across provinces and production areas. By aligning budget allocation with a clear strategic intent, the program seeks to empower producers within the constraints imposed by heightened international competition.Ultimately, PEFIP not only seeks to support producers financially but also aims to create a robust agricultural sector aligned with new market realities. By providing financial pathways to adapt to these stresses, PEFIP enhances Canada’s agricultural resilience, contributing positively to the economic fabric of rural communities nationwide and ensuring the continued viability and growth of supply-managed sectors under ever-evolving market conditions.
