How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 6% of admissible expenses, capped at $600000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2027-03-31T00:00:00Z.

Support for the apple-growing sector to improve profitability and agri-environmental practices

Q: What are Support for the apple-growing sector to improve profitability and agri-environmental practices's eligibility criterias?

Projects must be submitted by the Producers of Apples in Quebec. The project must aim to improve profitability and agri-environmental practices in the apple-growing sector. Submissions must include an evaluation of eligibility based on project objectives and anticipated impacts.

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QC, Canada

Support program for sustainable apple sector profitability improvement

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grant_single|openingDate September 1, 2020
grant_single|closingDate March 31, 2027

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Grant and Funding

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

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La Financière agricole (FADQ)

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The Programme d’appui au secteur pomicole aims to improve the profitability and agro-environmental practices of the apple sector, with a maximum funding amount of $600,000. Eligible activities include projects submitted by Les Producteurs de pommes du Québec that are approved by La Financière agricole du Québec and are in line with the program's objectives.

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This grant offers structured financial support for apple producers to enhance profitability and implement sustainable practices. The funding is disbursed according to the terms agreed upon the approval of each project.

Projects must be submitted before April 1, 2025, accompanied by necessary documentation and a cost estimate.
Completion of projects is required by March 31, 2027.
Financial support is released based on the agreed conditions during the project's approval.

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This grant supports projects that aim to enhance the profitability and agri-environmental practices of the apple-growing sector in Quebec. The eligible activities emphasize the development and implementation of collective tools to achieve these goals.

Creation of tools aimed at improving profitability and environmental practices within apple-growing businesses.

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Eligibility for the grant is determined by specific requirements that ensure alignment with the program's objectives and capabilities of the applicants.

The project must be submitted by Les Producteurs de pommes du Québec.
The proposed project must be presented in writing before April 1, 2025, with necessary information and documents.
The project should be completed by March 31, 2027.
The project should aim at improving the profitability and agro-environmental practices of pomicultural enterprises.
The project must accompany a realization plan with a descriptive cost outline approved by the association and agreed upon in a formal agreement.

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This grant is specifically reserved for the projects submitted by Les Producteurs de pommes du Québec, aimed at enhancing profitability and agroenvironmental practices in the apple sector.

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This grant is specifically designed for the sector pomicole (apple producers) and does not extend eligibility beyond this group. The focus is strictly on enhancing the profitability and agro-environmental practices within this specific agricultural sector.

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Eligible expenses for this grant primarily focus on costs related to the administration and execution of the project.

Administration fees up to 6% of the total project costs.
Costs outlined in the approved project description and budget, as agreed in the project agreement.

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This program is designed to support the apple-growing sector in Quebec, with an emphasis on enhancing profitability and agro-environmental practices. The geographical eligibility is limited to areas where the Les Producteurs de pommes du Québec are active, reflecting the program's regional focus.

Quebec, Canada

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on the alignment with financial and environmental objectives and the capacity of the responsible parties to achieve them.

Relevance to the objectives of improving profitabilities and agro-environmental practices in the pomological sector.
Anticipated impact and benefits on apple production enterprises.
Experience and competence of the individuals or groups tasked with executing the project.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program enforces an administrative cost limit, allowing for up to 6% of the total project costs to be covered by the assistance.
La Financière agricole du Québec holds the discretion to limit the financial aid depending on available budgetary envelopes.
The total financial assistance provided under this program cannot exceed $600,000.