Risk Management and Food Safety
NB, Canada
Funding for assurance systems in New Brunswick agriculture
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Government of New Brunswick
- Department of Agriculture
- Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
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Gain access to financial support to cover the costs of activities aimed at preparing and maintaning resilience in relation to emerging challenges including extreme weather events, animal and plant disease outbreaks, natural disasters, wildlife damage, far
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There are eligible projects and activities for this grant:
- Development and implementation of recognized traceability systems
- Activities to promote and implement biosecurity programs and measures
- Activities to promote and implement recognized animal welfare programs
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$50,000
Saint John
Promoting biosecurity measures in poultry farms
$50,000
St. John's
Mitigating wildlife damage in crops through advanced fencing systems in St John's
$50,000
Halifax
Launching a biosecurity training program for aquaculture
$50,000
Fredericton
Developing emergency response plans for agricultural enterprises
$50,000
Calgary
Implementing animal welfare programs in beef farms across Calgary
$50,000
Moncton
Implementing a traceability system for local dairy farms
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The eligibility criteria for this grant are:
- Indigenous Peoples or Organizations
- Agriculture producers (individuals or groups)
- Agriculture producer associations
- Academic or research institutions
- Processors of New Brunswick Agri-food products
- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving program objectives
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There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Indigenous Peoples or Organizations, agriculture producers (individuals or groups), agriculture producer associations, academic or research institutions, processors of New Brunswick Agri-food products, and other individuals or groups capable of achieving program objectives can apply.
- Indigenous Peoples or Organizations
- Agriculture producers (individuals or groups)
- Agriculture producer associations
- Academic or research institutions
- Processors of New Brunswick Agri-food products
- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving program objectives
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Some types of companies that are not eligible for this grant include:
- Companies not related to agriculture production or processing
- Companies not capable of achieving program objectives
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There are eligible expenses for this grant.
- On-farm and post-farm food safety programs and training
- Development and implementation of recognized traceability systems
- Promotion and implementation of biosecurity programs
- Promotion and implementation of recognized animal welfare programs
- Development of emergency response plans and related activities
- Support for wildlife damage mitigation
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The assessment criteria include the following:
- Strategic alignment with program objectives
- Demonstrated need for funding support
- Benefit to the agriculture sector
- Potential for impact and sustainability of the project
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- Contact appropriate Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries staff (Business Growth Officer, Development Officer or Specialist) before applying
- Discuss applications with the staff to ensure alignment with program objectives
- Prepare necessary documents and information required for the application
- Submit completed applications either by e-mail or mail
- Wait for assessment and response from the program administrator
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sustainable.cap@gnb.ca
Apply to this program
Grant Summary: Risk Management and Food Safety Program
Overview of the Grant:
The Risk Management and Food Safety Program aims to accelerate the adoption of recognized assurance systems, including food safety, biosecurity, traceability, and animal welfare in the production, processing, and distribution of New Brunswick agri-food products. It supports the agriculture sector in preparing for and maintaining resilience against emerging challenges such as extreme weather events, animal and plant disease outbreaks, emergencies/natural disasters, wildlife damage, farmer mental health, and farm safety.
The program includes two main elements: Food Safety Assurance Systems, Traceability, Animal Welfare, and Biosecurity; and Risk Management and Disease/Emergency Response Planning. Eligible activities range from on-farm food safety programs, traceability systems development, to emergency response planning for agri-food businesses. The funding assistance levels vary based on the nature of the project and the number of agricultural producers involved, with maximum assistance capped at $50,000 per year per business and $50,000 over the life of the program. Applicants are encouraged to collaborate regionally and should refer to the administrative guidelines for additional information on application requirements and reporting obligations.
