Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program — Stream 1 ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Primary applicants: Poultry and egg producers operating farms in Canada - Business structure: Sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, and cooperative associations - Sector requirement: Must be actively engaged in commercial poultry (chicken, turkey, duck, goose) or egg production - Ownership: Canadian-controlled entities; farms must be Canadian-based - Operation status: Farm must have been in operation and generating revenue as of the retroactive start date (March 19, 2019) - Exclusions: Hobbyists or non-commercial producers do not qualify ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant coverage: Up to 70% of eligible project costs (non-repayable contribution) - Producer contribution: Minimum 30% cost-sharing required from the applicant - Repayability: Non-repayable (grant structure; no loan repayment obligation) - Retroactive eligibility: Investments made from March 19, 2019 onward are eligible for funding consideration - Maximum per project: Specific caps may apply; verify with program administrator - Payment structure: Reimbursement model (applicant covers costs upfront, then requests reimbursement with supporting documentation) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Modernization equipment: New or upgraded on-farm machinery and systems - Efficiency improvements: Technology and infrastructure to reduce operational costs or waste - Biosecurity enhancements: Equipment, facilities, or systems to improve animal health and disease prevention - Environmental sustainability: Investments in waste management, water conservation, energy efficiency, or emissions reduction - Consumer demand alignment: Infrastructure or equipment changes to meet evolving market requirements (e.g., animal welfare standards, traceability systems) - On-farm construction: Building upgrades or new structures directly supporting production - Excludes: Operating expenses, working capital, ongoing maintenance, land purchase, or general business costs ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application deadline: Confirm current program closure date with program administrator