Dairy Genomic Testing
$5,000.00
Grant
Description:
The program aims to provide the necessary tools for Dairy producers to identify genetically superior animals within their herds using the newest technology in animal selection and herd management and to assist producers to select the best heifers at an earlier age.
Comments on Funding:
Levels of Assistance:
– $20.00 per head to a maximum of $5,000 per applicant per year.
Rolling deadline
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
1. Be in compliant with the Livestock Operations Act or have a licence application or renewal in the process. In the case of licence application or renewal, the registrar under the Livestock Operations Act should be consulted to ensure that no major limitations to the issuance of a licence exist.
2. The premises on which the farming activities occur must be located in New Brunswick.
3. Assistance will not apply to animals tested prior to April 1 of current fiscal year;
4. Producers must test at least 50% of their animals under 2 years of age;
5. Qualifying animals must be kept for a minimum of 1 year unless culled for disease or productivity reasons;
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. State that you are an indigenous applicant and 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:
1. Animal identification and genetic testing results must be
attached to claim forms;
2. Copies of paid receipts for genomic testing must be attached to claim forms.
Other Things to Note:
About the author
Maurice
