Agri-land Accessibility and Enhancement Program

RegionNew Brunswick
DeadlineMar 31, 2028
FundingRe-development of inactive lands: up to 50% of eligible costs. Land clearing (wild blueberries): up to 30% of eligible costs. Land clearing (other crops/livestock feed): up to 30% of eligible costs. Field consolidation: up to 30% of eligible costs. Land levelling: up to 30% of eligible costs. Site suitability assessment: up to 50% of eligible costs (max $40,000 per project over framework life). Wetland/watercourse delineation: up to 70% of eligible costs (max $2,100 per project). Elements 1-5 combined: max $7,000 annually (or up to $35,000 over 5-year framework with case-by-case approval for large projects).

About this program

Supports the development of farmland for agriculture in New Brunswick including bringing formerly used agricultural lands back into production, enhancing new production fields, and improving existing farmland through activities such as land clearing, field consolidation, land levelling, site assessments, and wetland delineation. Supports sustainable farming practices, improved crop rotations, and expanded land base for crops and livestock feed production.

Eligibility

Indigenous peoples, agriculture producers, producer associations, and other groups capable of achieving program objectives who own or have long-term access to suitable land in New Brunswick.

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Source: official program page at www2.gnb.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on February 11, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for Agri-land Accessibility and Enhancement Program?

Indigenous peoples, agriculture producers, producer associations, and other groups capable of achieving program objectives who own or have long-term access to suitable land in New Brunswick.

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is Mar 31, 2028. Confirm the current date on the official program page before applying.

How much funding is available?

Re-development of inactive lands: up to 50% of eligible costs. Land clearing (wild blueberries): up to 30% of eligible costs. Land clearing (other crops/livestock feed): up to 30% of eligible costs. Field consolidation: up to 30% of eligible costs. Land levelling: up to 30% of eligible costs. Site suitability assessment: up to 50% of eligible costs (max $40,000 per project over framework life). Wetland/watercourse delineation: up to 70% of eligible costs (max $2,100 per project). Elements 1-5 combined: max $7,000 annually (or up to $35,000 over 5-year framework with case-by-case approval for large projects).. 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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