Honey Bee Industry Development Program
No fixed amount
Grant
Description:
The program aims to foster the continued growth of the New Brunswick honey bee sector through the following elements:
A. honey bee colonies,
B. purchase or construction of bee hive equipment, and
C. on-farm investment in equipment to improve efficiencies. The increase in the honey bee sector supports the pollination needs of the wild blueberry sector, including pollination of other agricultural crops
Comments on Funding:
Applications are closed. Stay tuned for future intake announcements.
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
1. Be registered as a New Brunswick beekeeper in 2024 (as per the requirements of the New Brunswick Bee Act)
2. Be a member in good standing of the New Brunswick Beekeepers Association in 2024
3. Have registered a minimum of 50 colonies or demonstrates to have provided a minimum of 50 colonies for pollination services in 2023
4. New Entrants whose ultimate goal is commercial beekeeping
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.
Other Things to Note:
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