Processor – Establishing Facilities to Manage Deadstock

Eligible Expenses

Establishment of on-site facility to handle and store deadstock and parts thereof efficiently and securely as a preventive measure to reduce the risk of introduction and spread of disease to animals and humans, including, but not limited to:

• Purchase or construction of a deadstock and parts thereof management system (e.g., composter, digester, incinerator [subject to regulatory requirements and restrictions], in-ground vessel) and associated runoff management
• New construction, or modifications to, structures or buildings to facilitate the handling, storage and removal of deadstock, or to securely store deadstock and parts thereof in a manner that prevents access or scavenging by wildlife and vermin
• New freezer or cooler systems for the temporary storage of deadstock and parts thereof or specified risk materials (SRM)
• In-kind labour and equipment costs of up to $2,000 in cost-share
• One-time labour costs specifically required for the project, such as contract salaries, benefits and specific per diem fees (excluding existing full- or part-time staff)
• One-time costs for rental of facilities, processing equipment or machinery required specifically for the project