Farm Land Identification Program

For New Brunswick landowners involved in agriculture, carrying the ongoing cost of property taxes can be a significant pressure—especially when trying to keep land available for long-term farm use rather than selling or developing it. The Farm Land Identification Program offers a practical form of financial relief by reducing the immediate tax burden on farmland and farm outbuildings, helping preserve agricultural land across the province.

Delivered by the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries, this program works by deferring a substantial portion of provincial property taxes on registered farm properties. In many cases, roughly half of the applicable taxes can be deferred, allowing farm owners to redirect cash flow toward operations, maintenance, or improvements rather than annual tax payments. The program is designed for land that is actively used for farming, or that is suitable for agricultural use, and registration is intended to support long-term agricultural activity rather than short-term savings. Because the deferred taxes may become payable if the land is removed from the program, participation is best suited to owners committed to maintaining agricultural use over time.

The Farm Land Identification Program is currently open to landowners in New Brunswick and functions as an ongoing tax-based support rather than a one-time incentive. For farm operators and rural property owners looking to stabilize costs while protecting agricultural land, reviewing the full program details can help clarify whether this long-term commitment makes sense for their situation.