Agro-Processing Support Scheme (APSS)
Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic)
A cost-sharing grant for agro-processors investing in new plant, expansion or modernisation, with higher rates for black-owned and rural businesses.
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Who it is for
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APSS backs businesses that add value to farm output: food and beverage processing, furniture and wood products, fibre processing, feed and fertiliser production. It reimburses 20% to 30% of investment in machinery, equipment, buildings and commercial vehicles, up to R20 million over the project period.
The higher rates go to projects that are majority black-owned, based in rural or township areas, or that source from smallholder farmers. Minimum investment thresholds apply, so very small processors should look at SEDFA's SEMSP first.
Who qualifies
Registered agro-processing business (existing or new) with a minimum qualifying investment; tax compliant; must create or retain jobs and meet B-BBEE and local-sourcing conditions.
How to apply
Apply on the dtic incentives portal before starting the investment; approval must precede spending.
Insly is not the funder and charges nothing. Amounts and rules are as published by Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and were last checked 15 Sept 2026; confirm on their site before applying. No legitimate funder charges an application fee.