Wood Processing Growth Fund — Catalyst Grants
Funds feasibility studies and research for New Zealand wood processing into structural and consumer products.
The Wood Processing Growth Fund (WPGF) Catalyst stream is a New Zealand government grant program administered by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) to support pre-investment activities in the wood processing sector. The Catalyst stream provides grants of up to NZD $2 million per year per project, typically covering up to 50% of eligible project costs, with the remainder funded by non-govern…
Feasibility studies, research, and business cases for wood processing into structural framing, furniture, decking, and fencing. Excludes wood fuels, single-use packaging, and biomaterials.
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