🏠 | New Brunswick | Cranberry Industry Development Program

Cranberry Industry Development Program

Amount:

No fixed amount

Type:

Grant

Description:

In order for the cranberry industry to be competitive and profitable, investment is needed in new cranberry varieties that are more productive and/or will allow producers to target various markets. Planting of healthy, genetically improved cranberry plant material of certified genetic makeup which produce higher yield and higher
quality berries will be critical to the future prosperity of the New Brunswick cranberry industry.

Proper renovation of older beds for these varieties will be an essential component of future cranberry development.

Innovative technologies and equipment will allow the industry to be more competitive and profitable.

Deadline:

Applications are closed. Stay tuned for future intake announcements.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be:
1. Established New Brunswick cranberry growers with one acre or more of cranberry beds.
2. Activities must be carried out within the province of
New Brunswick.
3. A member in good standing of Canneberges
NB Cranberries.

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.

Maurice

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Maurice

Maurice (Moe) Muise learned the ins-and-outs of government while an employee of the Government of Canada in Ottawa for 10 years. His current focus is helping small businesses in Atlantic Canada to identify and maximize government grants to grow their business. Click here to learn more about Moe’s background and how he can help your business.