Food Safety and Growth Initiative Intake 2
About this program
Funding for small agri-food businesses to modernize food safety systems and adopt new food safety and traceability equipment, technologies and standards. It pays 50% of eligible project costs up to $75,000 per project. Eligible facilities handle listed products such as ready-to-eat produce, meat, dairy and plant-based dairy alternatives.
Eligibility
Primary producers, processors or service providers in agriculture or food with fewer than 100 employees at the project location, producing eligible foods. One application per applicant.
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Source: official program page at ontario.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on November 11, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Food Safety and Growth Initiative Intake 2?
Primary producers, processors or service providers in agriculture or food with fewer than 100 employees at the project location, producing eligible foods. One application per applicant.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is Mar 1, 2027. Confirm the current date on the official program page before applying.
How much funding is available?
50% of eligible costs, up to $75,000 per project. See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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