Beneficial Management Practices
$60,000.00
Grant
Description:
The program assist producers in taking concrete steps to improve the environmental performance of their operations including activities to conserve and enhance the natural resources utilized by the New Brunswick agriculture industry, minimize the environmental impact of agricultural activities, and mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Comments on Funding:
• Maximum assistance is $60,000 over the life of the program
(April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2028) for all applicants.
March 31, 2028
Eligibility:
Applicants must be owners/operators of farms established in New Brunswick
are eligible to apply under this program provided they meet the
following conditions:
1. Have an approved Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Action Plan
completed in the 4th edition (2004) of the EFP Workbook or
the corresponding electronic version. The EFP Action Plan
must have had a comprehensive update completed no more
than 5 years prior to the date of receiving approval for a
Beneficial Management Practice (BMP).
2. To access funding under the On-Farm Energy Efficiency
Upgrades BMP the applicant must have, or obtain, an on-farm
energy audit, completed by an auditor reg
Application Steps:
Applicants must:
1. Discuss applications with appropriate
Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries staff
(Business Growth Officer, Development Officer or Specialist)
before applying.
2. Submit completed applications by e-mail or mail:
E-mail Applications:
Sustainable.CAP@gnb.ca
Mail Applications:
Sustainable CAP Program Administrator
Industry Financial Programs
Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB
E3B 5H1
Documentation Needed:
Applicants must submit necessary
permits, environmental approvals, or certifications obtained to complete their project.
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