Ag Action Manitoba Program for Farmers — Training and Consulting ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Active farmers operating in Manitoba - Farm owners and operators seeking professional development - Individuals involved in farm management and decision-making - Sole proprietorships and farm partnerships - Farm corporations and co-operatives ### 💰 Funding Details - Training component: Up to $2,500 - Initial professional consulting: Up to $500 - In-depth professional consulting: Up to $2,500 - Cost-sharing ratio: Program covers 50% of eligible costs (farmer responsible for remaining 50%) - Maximum total assistance per applicant: Up to $5,500 - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (funds do not need to be returned) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Training programs related to: - Farm transition planning - Farm risk management - Financial management - Human resource management - Professional consulting services for: - Farm transition strategy and succession planning - Risk mitigation and management strategies - Farm financial analysis and planning - HR practices and employee management ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicant must be a Manitoba resident and active farmer - Eligible training and consulting must be provided by qualified professionals or accredited institutions - Farmer must contribute 50% of eligible costs (cost-sharing requirement) - Invoices and proof of payment required for reimbursement - Application must be submitted prior to commencing training or consulting services - Program availability and funding subject to annual budget allocation - Funds must be used within the specified program year