What they are trying to fund
Product development, food-safety and compliance work, production capacity and market growth.
Likely first route: Sector support first
Food and beverage often has sector-specific support, facilities and specialist advisers. Checking the sector route can be more useful than a generic grant search.
Worth checking next: RDTI or asset finance, depending on the spend
Genuine product reformulation may touch RDTI, while production capacity is usually an asset finance question. Separate the two.
Weak-fit routes
Generic grant searching before checking the sector route, and assuming product work automatically qualifies for RDTI.
Documents to prepare
- Project or capability gap summary
- Food-safety and compliance requirements
- Production and equipment costs
- Any genuine R&D activity and records
Adviser handoff
| Question | Best first conversation |
|---|---|
| Is there a sector route? | The relevant sector agency or adviser |
| Is any of this eligible R&D? | RDTI adviser or accountant |
| How is capacity financed? | Bank or asset finance provider |
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: June 2026.
Official sources checked: IRD, MBIE, business.govt.nz, NZTE, NZGCP, EECA and MPI, as relevant.
NZ Funding Pathways is a free resource funded by PH Capital Advisory.
General information only. Check the current official source and speak with the relevant adviser before acting.
This page provides general information only. It does not provide tax, accounting, legal, financial, investment or eligibility advice, and it does not guarantee funding.