Grant
Provincial
Active
New Brunswick Fruit and Vegetable Industry Development Program
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
Maximum Funding
Up to $100,000 (40%)
February 1, 2027, or earlier if funding is exhausted
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
40%
New Brunswick Fruit and Vegetable Industry Development Program provides up to 40% of eligible costs for all four program elements, up to a combined yearly maximum based on the gross farming income on the applicant's most recent tax return: $5,000 for gross farm revenue under $10,000; $10,000 for $10,000 to $29,999; $15,000 for $30,000 to $49,999; $25,000 for $50,000 to $99,999; $40,000 for $100,000 to $249,999; $75,000 for $250,000 to $499,999; and $100,000 for over $500,000. A higher maximum may be approved for projects with exceptional potential to improve New Brunswick's food self-sufficiency, where the applicant submits a detailed business plan or program questionnaire. A New Brunswick cost-share program for fruit and mixed vegetable producers who want to increase production. The program covers up to 40% of eligible costs. Applications are accepted February 1, 2027, or earlier if funding is exhausted.
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Program Description
A New Brunswick cost-share program for fruit and mixed vegetable producers who want to increase production. It pays 40% of eligible costs under four elements: season extension and controlled environment agriculture (greenhouses, tunnels, hydroponics), post-harvest cooling, freezing and on-farm storage, scaling-up equipment, and commercial field irrigation. The yearly maximum depends on the farm's gross farm revenue and runs from $5,000 to $100,000. New entrants aiming at commercial-scale production can apply. For 2026-2027, applications are evaluated as they are received until funding is exhausted and must be received no later than February 1, 2027.
Eligibility Requirements
- New Brunswick producers of fruits and mixed vegetables, including new entrants, that supply New Brunswick consumers with commodities that do not meet the province's self-sufficiency status
- Producers of commodities in which New Brunswick is currently self-sufficient may be considered only if the project expands New Brunswick consumers' access to locally grown fruit and vegetables
- New entrants whose ultimate goal is commercial-scale production are eligible
- Activities must be carried out within the province of New Brunswick
- New entrants or applicants with limited experience must submit an up-to-date formal business plan or an up-to-date program questionnaire with their application
- Applicants must provide their gross farming income: Line 9659 from the T2042 Statement of Farming Activities, or Line 9659 from Schedule 125 of the T2 Corporation Income Tax Return
- The applicant must be eligible under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership; under New Brunswick's administrative guidelines, funding is only available where the applicant is a New Brunswick resident at least 19 years of age, the project location is within New Brunswick, or the project benefits New Brunswick
- Costs incurred before April 1, 2026 are not eligible; costs incurred before the project is approved are not eligible unless indicated in the letter of offer
- Projects must be completed before March 31, 2027
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Difficulty
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Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- 40% of eligible costs for all four program elements, up to a combined yearly maximum based on the gross farming income on the applicant's most recent tax return: $5,000 for gross farm revenue under $10,000; $10,000 for $10,000 to $29,999; $15,000 for $30,000 to $49,999; $25,000 for $50,000 to $99,999; $40,000 for $100,000 to $249,999; $75,000 for $250,000 to $499,999; and $100,000 for over $500,000. A higher maximum may be approved for projects with exceptional potential to improve New Brunswick's food self-sufficiency, where the applicant submits a detailed business plan or program questionnaire.
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 40% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- February 1, 2027, or earlier if funding is exhausted
Program Scorecard
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Competition
Moderate
Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Approval
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Accessibility
4/5
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3/5
Moderate competition — prepare a strong application
Difficulty
2/5
Easy — minimal documentation
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Insider TipYour ceiling is set by one number: Line 9659 on last year's tax return.
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Rejection Pitfalls 7
- Applicant does not produce fruits or mixed vegetables in New Brunswick
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Application Steps
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Talk to Department staff The guidelines say applicants should discuss applications with a Business Growth Officer, Development Officer or Specialist at the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries before applying.
Required Documents 6
✓ 2026-2027 Fruit and Vegetable Industry Development Program application form
✓ Gross farming revenue from the previous year: Line 9659 from the T2042 Statement of Farming Activities or from Schedule 125 of the T2 return
Eligible Expenses 8
Ineligible Expenses 8
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Who can apply to New Brunswick's Fruit and Vegetable Industry Development Program?
New Brunswick producers of fruits and mixed vegetables, including new entrants whose ultimate goal is commercial-scale production. Activities must be carried out within the province.
How much funding does the program provide to a farm?
40% of eligible costs. The combined yearly maximum depends on gross farm revenue, from $5,000 for farms under $10,000 in revenue up to $100,000 for farms over $500,000.
What is the application deadline for the 2026-2027 program year?
Applications must be received no later than February 1, 2027. Projects are evaluated as they are received until funding is exhausted, and must be completed by March 31, 2027.
Can I buy used equipment or a used greenhouse structure?
Yes. The guidelines say structures, storage components and equipment may be used or new but should be designed to meet industry standards. Replacing equipment with similar-capacity equipment is not eligible.
Do new farmers need to submit anything extra with the application?
Yes. New entrants or applicants with limited experience must submit an up-to-date formal business plan or the program questionnaire with their application.
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