Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Agriculture
Overview
Gain access to financial assistance to support new ownership of commercial farms by improving your financial stability during your first years of operation.
At a glance
| Categories | grant |
|---|---|
| Funding | $100,000 |
| Status | Accepting applications |
| Closing date | 2027-02-15 |
| Region | NS |
| Sectors | general |
Eligibility and requirements
Money Maximum: $100,000 You Are starting a farm business with the goal of reaching a commercial scale level within 5 years Must work with your local Business Development Officer on your business plan Must reach a minimum level of annual gross income by March 2028 Are currently and properly registered in the correct income category under the Farm Registration Act Are at least 19 years of age and a resident of Nova Scotia
How Mona Studio helps business owners use this program
Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant is one of many Canadian funding options listed in our grant finder. Mona Studio helps general teams translate program requirements into a practical workflow or AI adoption scope for leadership review, grant writers, and lenders. We summarize eligibility and funding here for discovery — confirm all details on the official program website before applying.
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