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Value-adding Equipment Program
Funding for agricultural and agri-food businesses in Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2024
- Closing date : June 30, 2024
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Get up to $50,000 to cover up to 75% of eligible expenses for purchasing equipment for your business that increases local food production.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2024
- Closing date : June 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- $ 30,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Value-adding Equipment Program aims to enhance the capabilities of farms and agri-businesses involved in value-added processing. This involves investing in equipment that supports the processing of agricultural products produced in Nova Scotia, thereby bolstering local food production and sustainability efforts.
- Procurement of equipment for the processing of Nova Scotia agricultural products.
- Installation of new systems to enhance the value-added processing activities.
- Upgrading existing processing facilities to improve efficiency and output.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for the Value-adding Equipment Program include farms, Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities within Mi'kmaw communities, and agri-businesses. Farms must be registered under the Farm Registration Act, generate a gross commodity income of at least $30,000 annually, and have active farmers aged 19 and above. Agri-businesses should represent Nova Scotia agriculture/agri-foods, generate at least $30,000 in agri-business income, and engage in value-added processing that directly partners with and benefits Nova Scotia's agriculture sector.Who is not eligible
This grant is specifically tailored to support value-added farming operations and excludes companies outside this scope. The restrictions ensure the program funds entities that contribute directly to local food production and sustainability.
- Companies not involved in agriculture or food production activities.
- Businesses that do not meet the specified income threshold of $30,000 in eligible income.
- Entities not representing agriculture or agri-food products from Nova Scotia.
- Firms not engaged in the processing of raw Nova Scotia agricultural products.
- Non-agricultural or non-farming related industries.
- Entities without a significant economic impact on Nova Scotia's agricultural industry.
- Farms not registered under the Farm Registration Act.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Purchase of value-adding equipment
- Costs related to value-added processing of raw Nova Scotia agriculture products
- Expenses directly related to increasing local food production and sustainability
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is designated for entities operating within Nova Scotia, highlighting its focus on supporting the local agricultural sector exclusively. Eligible participants are therefore expected to have significant ties to the Nova Scotia region.
- Companies located within Nova Scotia.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program aims to enhance local food production and sustainability.
- Applications are currently closed, and applicants will need to wait for the program to reopen in May 2024.
- Contact information for queries is available through the Department of Agriculture Programs Division.
- The grant program includes downloadable guidelines to aid in the application process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Value-adding Equipment Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Value-adding Equipment Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Value-adding Equipment Program?
Get up to $50,000 to cover up to 75% of eligible expenses for purchasing equipment for your business that increases local food production.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 30, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Value-adding Equipment Program program?
To be eligible for the Value-adding Equipment Program program, you must:
The applicant must be a farm, Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in a Mi'kmaw community, or an agri-business.
Farms need to be registered under the Farm Registration Act and have at least $30,000 in annual eligible gross commodity income.
Agri-businesses must represent Nova Scotia agriculture and agri-food products, and have at least $30,000 in annual eligible income.
What expenses are eligible under Value-adding Equipment Program?
The Value-adding Equipment Program aims to enhance the capabilities of farms and agri-businesses involved in value-added processing. This involves investing in equipment that supports the processing of agricultural products produced in Nova Scotia, thereby bolstering local food production and sustainability efforts. Procurement of equipment for the processing of Nova Scotia agricultural products.
Installation of new systems to enhance the value-added processing activities.
Upgrading existing processing facilities to improve efficiency and output.
Who can I contact for more information about the Value-adding Equipment Program?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia by email at prm@novascotia.ca or by phone at 902-893-6377.
Where is the Value-adding Equipment Program available?
The Value-adding Equipment Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Value-adding Equipment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Value-adding Equipment Program is a Grant and Funding