Grant
Provincial
Between Intakes
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program (PAAP)
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador — Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands
Maximum Funding
Up to $20,000
Annual program — 2026–27 intake closed May 25, 2026; next intake expected spr...
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Growing
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
50%
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program (PAAP) provides Up to $20,000 for new entrants; cost-share on eligible inputs and infrastructure (e.g., 50% on synthetic fertilizer). Provincial cost-share program providing financial contributions to Newfoundland and Labrador farmers, producers, and new agrifoods entrants for land development, agriculture infrastructure, and input costs including synthetic fertilizer, to expand food self-sufficiency and the provincial agrifoods sector. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. Annual program — 2026–27 intake closed May 25, 2026; next intake expected spring 2027 (verify at gov.nl.ca/fal or 709-637-2077).
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Program Description
Provincial cost-share program providing financial contributions to Newfoundland and Labrador farmers, producers, and new agrifoods entrants for land development, agriculture infrastructure, and input costs including synthetic fertilizer, to expand food self-sufficiency and the provincial agrifoods sector.
Eligibility Requirements
- Farmers and producers with a minimum of $15,000 in eligible agriculture sales in at least one of the last three years, OR qualify as a new entrant to agriculture in Newfoundland and Labrador
- For-profit entities: sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, farm cooperatives, regional pastures, and agricultural groups of 3 or more farms
- Not-for-profit regional pastures also eligible
- Must operate in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Livestock producers must identify a provincially licensed slaughterhouse for meat animals
- Priority given to projects that enhance food self-sufficiency, agricultural growth, or secondary food processing
- New entrants may qualify for up to $20,000 under the Agriculture Infrastructure stream without minimum sales history
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First-Timer
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Funding Details
- Amount
- Up to $20,000 for new entrants; cost-share on eligible inputs and infrastructure (e.g., 50% on synthetic fertilizer)
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 50% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Annual program — 2026–27 intake closed May 25, 2026; next intake expected spring 2027 (verify at gov.nl.ca/fal or 709-637-2077)
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Insider TipNew entrants should apply early — the $20,000 new entrant cap under the Agriculture Infrastructure stream is particularly attractive and available without the $15,000 sales history requirement.
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Rejection Pitfalls 7
- Applicant does not meet the $15,000 minimum agriculture sales threshold and does not qualify as a new entrant
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Application Steps
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Determine eligible stream Identify whether your project falls under Land Development, Agriculture Infrastructure, or Provincial Limestone Program. New entrants should select the Agriculture Infrastructure application form and attach the New Entrant Information Form.
Required Documents 8
✓ Completed program application form (specific form by stream: Land Development, Agriculture Infrastructure, or Limestone)
✓ New Entrant Information Form (new entrants only)
Eligible Expenses 6
Ineligible Expenses 5
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Compatible Programs
Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) — Newfoundland and Labrador
AgriInvest (federal)
ACOA Atlantic Agriculture and Agri-Food Program
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| Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial ... | Up to $20,000 | Easy | Reimbursement | Annual program — 2026–27... |
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Can a brand-new farmer with no sales history apply?
Yes — the new entrant stream specifically accommodates first-time agricultural producers without the $15,000 minimum sales requirement. New entrants can access up to $20,000 under the Agriculture Infrastructure stream by submitting the New Entrant Information Form.
Is the synthetic fertilizer cost-share separate from the infrastructure grants?
Yes — the Provincial Limestone Program and synthetic fertilizer cost-share (50% reimbursement) are separate streams from the Land Development and Agriculture Infrastructure grants. Eligible producers can potentially access multiple streams in the same year.
What if the May 25 deadline has already passed?
PAAP is an annual program — the next intake will open approximately spring 2027. Contact [email protected] or 709-637-2077 to be notified when the next cycle opens.
Do I need to be incorporated to apply?
No — sole proprietors, partnerships, farm cooperatives, and unincorporated agricultural groups of three or more farms are all eligible alongside corporations.
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