Shimane Prefecture: "Supporting Business Subsidy for Food Export" <4th>

Shimane Prefecture’s “Food Export Support Project Subsidy” is a system to support facilities and equipment development necessary for the local food business to expand overseas sales channels. The target is to improve the quality and production required by overseas buyers and domestic trading companies. It is possible to apply as a food production company, food distribution company, and intermediate processing company among small and medium-sized enterprises with offices or factories in Shimane Prefecture. The maximum amount of annual export record for the last three years is 10 million yen or less, and the amount of export record will be increased from the current situation within three years after the auxiliary program is implemented, the business plan can be submitted, and the prefecture tax is not paid. The auxiliary expenses are the cost of installing equipment such as machinery, equipment, software, apparatus, equipment, etc., the repair cost of buildings and auxiliary equipment, system development and installation costs, transportation expenses, and other expenses recognized as necessary by the governor. In principle, the business that started before the grant decision is not eligible, and it is not eligible for businesses that have completed contracts, delivery, inspection, and payment at the time of the open call day, so it is important to order equipment and manage the time of construction start. Auxiliary rate is less than one second of the target expenses, the subsidy limit is less than 1 million yen, and the maximum is 20 million yen. The application period for the 8th year of Reiwa is from April 20th to September 30th, 2026, and the deadline for the 4th year of Reiwa is designated as a must for September 30th, 2026. However, as the limit of the budget is reached, the applicant must consult the application desk in advance and send an e-mail with the application form, business plan, expenses breakdown, quotation, tax related materials, etc.