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On-farm Technology Adoption Program │Government of Nova Scotia

August 15, 2024

Value

Applicants can apply for a maximum of 50% funding assistance on total eligible project costs to a maximum of $10,000 per program year.

Description

The On-farm Technology Adoption Program helps producers invest in equipment and processes that provide labour efficiencies, reduce cost of production, increase yields and support more efficient use of inputs.

Eligible Applicants

To be eligible, you must be a farm, Mi’kmaq conducting farming activities in a Mi’kmaw community or an agriculture industry association. For farms, you need to:

  • be currently and properly registered in the correct income category under the Farm Registration Act
  • have generated an annual eligible gross commodity income of at least $30,000
  • be at least 19 years old and actively farming in the program year

 

For agriculture industry associations, you need to:

  • represent Nova Scotia agriculture and agri-food products
  • demonstrate non-profit status

Eligible Expenses

Adoption of Technologies / Equipment:
Program funding will be provided to assist with projects that focus on the adoption of practical technology and equipment which are essential for modern improved efficiencies. These projects can assist with support of self-sustainability, cost-effectiveness, labour and economic efficiencies. Examples:

  • Auto steer, high precision (GPS) global positioning system (not multi-use), ultrasound machines, robotic equipment, radio frequency identification (RFID) readers and efficient sprayer technology
  • Software purchases or subscriptions related to the new technology.
  • Leased equipment related to automation will only be funded up to 50% of the cost for the first year of the lease, and not the total value of the equipment.

Deadline Date

August 15, 2024

Contact

Contact Name: Department of Agriculture Programs Division

Phone Number: 902 893-6377 or 1-866-844-4276 (toll-free)

E-mail Address: prm@novascotia.ca

Website: https://novascotia.ca/programs/on-farm-technology-adoption/

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