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Market Development and Access

Up to $45,000
Type
Application Difficulty
EASY
Time To Complete4 weeksProgram Budgetno cap
See If You Qualify

Highlights

You might think the landscape for food and beverage businesses is tough. However, this program is designed specifically for local producers, processors, and agri-businesses like yours in New Brunswick. Here’s why you should consider applying:

  • Funding to enhance market readiness: This support helps to develop strategies that make your products more appealing. You can invest in marketing efforts and resources to improve your direct-to-consumer sales.
  • Access to new revenue opportunities: By improving your capabilities to enter new markets, you can significantly boost your revenue potential.
  • Reduced risks: With financial assistance and support, you can enter new markets with confidence, reducing the associated risks.

The best part? There are no strict limits on employee numbers or revenue requirements. This flexibility allows you to focus on what truly matters—growing your business and serving your customers better. Apply today, and let us help you take the next step in your business journey.

Financing Details

This program offers grants specifically designed for local food and beverage producers, processors, and agri-businesses. Grants are essentially funds you do not have to pay back, making them a fantastic way to boost your business without increasing debt.

Eligible Expenses:

  • Funds can be used to enhance market readiness.
  • Development of new products or services.
  • Direct-to-consumer sales initiatives.
  • Marketing and promotional activities.

Restrictions and Fees:

  • The funds cannot be used for general operational costs, such as rent, utilities, or salaries.
  • There are no loan repayments or interest rates since this is a grant program.
  • Additionally, no hidden fees are associated with applying for or receiving these funds, ensuring clarity in your financial planning.

Qualifications

  • Location: Must be based in New Brunswick.
  • Sectors: Open to local food and beverage producers, processors, and agri-businesses.
  • Employees: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.
  • Company Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
  • Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
  • Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications: None mentioned in the context.

Description

The program offers support for local food and beverage producers, processors, and agri-businesses in New Brunswick. It provides funding to enhance market readiness and improve direct-to-consumer sales. This means you can invest in strategies that make your products more appealing to customers and help you reach new markets.

With this funding, you can strengthen your business’s ability to compete, reduce risks associated with entering new markets, and increase your revenue potential. You’ll have the chance to tap into resources that help you grow, innovate, and connect more effectively with your audience.

The funding is designed to meet your needs without imposing strict limits on employee numbers, revenues, or legal structures. This flexibility means you can focus on what matters—growing your business and serving your customers better.

Program Steps

  1. Visit the Program Website
    Go to the official website to get detailed information about the program and its requirements.

  2. Prepare Your Documentation
    Gather the necessary documents for your application. You will likely need:

    • Business identification and registration documents
    • A detailed business plan outlining your market readiness strategies
    • Financial statements from the past two years
    • Market research or sales projections
    • Any relevant licenses or permits
  3. Complete the Application Form
    Fill out the application form carefully. Make sure to provide accurate and complete information.

  4. Submit Your Application
    Once your application is complete, submit it according to the provided instructions on the website.

  5. Follow Up
    If you do not receive a response within a specified time, reach out to the program contacts for a status update on your application.

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