Amélioration de la santé et de la qualité des cultures et du bétail ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Agricultural producers (farmers and ranchers) operating in Canada - Sole proprietors engaged in crop or livestock production - Partnerships with active involvement in agricultural operations - Corporations and cooperatives in the agricultural sector - Indigenous agricultural operations and organizations - Operations must demonstrate active production of crops or livestock - Applicants must be in good standing with provincial/federal agricultural regulations ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable financial assistance (grant, not loan) - Funding Range: Varies by project scope and provincial program parameters - Cost-Sharing: Typically 50-75% of eligible project costs covered by the program - Recipient Contribution: 25-50% cost-sharing requirement from applicant - Maximum per Project: Subject to program caps (varies by region and initiative) - Payment Method: Reimbursement-based or installment disbursement upon milestone completion - No Repayment Required: Funds are non-repayable grants ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Pest and Disease Management: - Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems and infrastructure - Disease prevention equipment and technology - Professional pest control assessments - Animal Welfare Improvements: - Housing and shelter upgrades for livestock - Ventilation and climate control systems - Bedding and sanitation equipment - Animal health monitoring technology - Crop Quality Enhancement: - Soil testing and remediation - Irrigation and drainage improvements - Post-harvest handling and storage infrastructure - Quality testing equipment - Labour & Professional Services: - Consultant fees for agricultural assessments - Training for staff on new systems - Technical advisory services - Equipment & Technology: - Specialized machinery for pest control - Monitoring and diagnostic equipment - Biosecurity infrastructure ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Eligibility Requirements: - Detailed project plan