MRC Témiscouata — PROGRAM FOR RESTORING UNDERUTILIZED AGRICULTURAL LANDS (TAD) QC Canada

MRC Témiscouata — PROGRAM FOR RESTORING UNDERUTILIZED AGRICULTURAL LANDS (TAD)

Témiscouata, QC, Canada
Financial Incentive for Agricultural Land Revitalization
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  • grant_single|openingDateSeptember 01, 2023
  • grant_single|closingDateOctober 01, 2023
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  • MRC Témiscouata
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The "Incitatif à la remise en culture des terres agricoles dévalorisées (TAD)" program, with a maximum funding of $12,500 per project, aims to support the recultivation of neglected agricultural lands to enhance agricultural production and foster business development. Eligible activities include land clearing, soil preparation, and related costs to restore a minimum of 2 hectares to agricultural use.

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This grant encourages the re-cultivation of underutilized agricultural lands to boost agricultural production and support the establishment of new enterprises. The eligible projects focus on transforming lands back to productive agricultural use.
  • Restoring cultivation on lands where agricultural activities have ceased for over 5 years.
  • Projects that involve land clearing, decompaction, or soil preparation to re-establish agricultural productivity.
  • Reforestation activities to convert overgrown lands back into usable farming fields.
  • Development plans for emerging agricultural enterprises on previously neglected lands.
  • Initiatives that promote agricultural diversity and support the next generation of farmers.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and the condition of the land involved in the project.
  • The applicant must be the owner or tenant of a piece of land that has been unused for at least 5 years and has either undergone an agronomic assessment confirming its potential for agricultural revival or is listed in the MAPAQ inventory requiring such an assessment.
  • If the applicant is a tenant, there must be a minimum 3-year agricultural lease agreement with written authorization (power of attorney) from the landowner.
  • The land must be located in the permanent agricultural zone of the MRC de Témiscouata.
  • The project must aim to restore at least 2 hectares of land.
  • The applicant must possess an agricultural operator's NIM or a beneficiary NIM.
  • The land must not have been maintained, cultivated, or used for agricultural purposes in the last 5 years.
  • The applicant must present a viable project through a business plan (for new businesses) or a crop plan (for existing businesses).
  • The applicant must commit to financing the portion of the project not covered by this or any other funding program.

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This grant is aimed at supporting individuals or entities involved in the agricultural sector who wish to revitalize unused farmland in the MRC de Témiscouata region of Quebec. Eligible applicants include both landowners and tenants under specific conditions.
  • The applicant must be the owner or tenant of land that has not been used for agricultural purposes for over five years and has been assessed by an agronomist for its cultivation potential.
  • Alternatively, the applicant can be the owner or tenant of land listed in the MAPAQ inventory, in which case an agronomical and overgrowth assessment by an agronomist is necessary.

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The grant covers expenses associated with bringing underutilized agricultural land back into cultivation.
  • Costs for land clearing, including deforestation, clearing, shredding, soil decompaction, and preparation, up to 50% of the total cost of the work.
  • Expenses incurred by the farmer for machinery use or work time, up to 50% of the total cost of the work.
  • Machinery rental for cutting trees and shrubs.
  • Machinery rental for shredding woody material.
  • Machinery rental for soil work.
  • Transportation fees for the machinery.
  • Labor costs for carrying out the work.
  • Lime spreading expenses.
  • Professional fees for an agronomist for characterizing the land's agronomic potential (up to $500 per producer).

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This grant is available to companies operating within a specific geographical area as designated by the program's focus. The eligible location is the key agricultural zone targeted for revitalization efforts.
  • Companies with projects located on the territory of the MRC de Témiscouata in Quebec, Canada.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on a point-scoring grid to prioritize proposals based on their alignment with the program's objectives and available financial resources. However, the specific criteria and point scores for evaluation are not detailed in the provided information.

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Here are the steps to apply for this grant:
  • Step 1: Obtain Required Documentation
  • Ensure ownership or tenancy of eligible agricultural land, confirmed by a characterization report from an agronomist if necessary.
  • Acquire a NIM (Numéro d’Identification Ministériel) as an agricultural operator or beneficiary.
  • If renting, ensure to have a valid lease for a minimum of 3 years and obtain landlord's written consent.
  • Step 2: Prepare Application
  • Complete the official application form required by the program's guidelines.
  • Gather all necessary documents, such as the agronomic characterization sheet and business or crop plan.
  • Use the MRC's cost estimation tool if required to detail expenses related to machinery or labour.
  • Step 3: Attend Required Training
  • Enroll in a training session on land recultivation techniques if undertaking the work yourself, provided by MAPAQ.
  • Step 4: Submit Application
  • Compile completed forms and supporting documents.
  • Email the complete application package to couellet@mrctemis.ca by Friday, May 24, 2024, at 16:00.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Training on soil re-cultivation techniques is mandatory for applicants using their machinery or time.
  • The project must be completed by September 30, 2025, with all relevant documentation submitted by October 31, 2025, to receive reimbursements.
  • Funding is disbursed in installments based on project progress, with up to four payments.
  • Projects must provide a final report with documentation, including before and after photos.
  • An official decision on funding will be communicated by email.
  • Grant results and findings must be shared with the MRC and the PDZA monitoring committee.

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couellet@mrctemis.ca

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