Agriculture Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) — Producers
Last Update: July 22, 2025
SK, Canada
Funding to demonstrate and evaluate new agricultural practices in Saskatchewan.
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $100,000
- Up to 5% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Closing date : June 7, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Closed
Overview
Funding of up to $100,000 for producer groups to demonstrate and evaluate new agricultural practices and technologies at the local level.
Activities funded
This grant is available to incorporated producer groups based in the province of Saskatchewan. Eligibility is defined geographically to ensure the support focuses on advancing local agricultural practices and technologies.
- Incorporated Saskatchewan-based producer groups.
- Agri-ARM groups within Saskatchewan.
- Indigenous communities located in Saskatchewan.
- Commodity groups operating in Saskatchewan.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Evaluate vertical farming technology for urban settings
$ 58,750
Evaluate new organic fertilizer impact on crop yield in Winnipe
$ 95,500
Introduce and evaluate solar-powered irrigation systems
$ 85,000
Implement and demonstrate a new irrigation technology to optimize water usage
$ 54,000
Test new drought-resistant wheat varieties
$ 74,500
Demonstrate and assess no-till farming techniques
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant is limited to certain types of organizations based in Saskatchewan.
- The applicant must be an incorporated Saskatchewan-based producer group.
- Eligible groups include Agri-ARM groups, Indigenous communities, and commodity groups.
- Individual producers are not eligible, but can participate by collaborating with a local producer group.
Who is eligible?
The ADOPT program is specifically designed for incorporated Saskatchewan-based producer groups to apply and demonstrate new agricultural practices and technologies at a local level.
Who is not eligible
Individual producers and in-depth research projects are not eligible for this grant. The aim is to support community-level initiatives through collaborative efforts of eligible groups.
- Individual producers.
- In-depth research projects.
Eligible expenses
The ADOPT program supports projects that involve the demonstration and evaluation of new agricultural practices and technologies at the local level. These projects aim to provide practical insights and tangible outcomes that could be benefited from by the local agricultural operations.
- Demonstration and evaluation of new agricultural practices and technologies for crops.
- Demonstration and evaluation of new agricultural practices and technologies for livestock projects.
- Projects with one-year duration, with exceptions for biennial or perennial crop demonstrations.
Eligible geographic areas
The ADOPT program funds cover several types of costs directly related to the project implementation.
- All direct project costs.
- Administration costs up to five per cent.
- Field day costs to a maximum of $1,000 (if part of a funded demonstration project).
Selection criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
- Relevance of the project at the local level.
- Producer involvement.
- Indigenous community involvement.
- Potential impact and probability of adoption.
- Project promotion plan.
- Ability of the applicant to complete the project.
How to apply
1
Request Application Form
Email the evaluation coordinator at evaluation.coordinator@gov.sk.ca to request the application form.
2
Complete Application Form
- Fill in all required information on the application form, including project details, funding requested, and any supporting information.
- Ensure the project aligns with ADOPT program objectives and criteria.
3
Assemble Supporting Documentation
- Gather all necessary documents that support your application, such as project plans and budgets.
- Prepare any additional materials that demonstrate project relevance and impact.
4
Submit Application
Send the completed application form and all supporting documents via email to the evaluation coordinator by the applicable deadline (June 7 for fall projects, November 22 for spring projects).
5
Await Confirmation
Wait for confirmation of receipt and review of your application from the evaluation coordinator.
Additional information
Here are additional details for this grant application:
- Projects approved for funding will have a public announcement, as demonstrated by previous years' listing of approved projects.
- The application form is not publicly available and must be requested by email from the evaluation coordinator.
- The program is administered by the Agriculture Research Branch, which can be contacted for further questions.
- Official translations for the application process are limited; reliance on Google Translate for unofficial translations is at the applicant's risk.
- Specific budgeting constraints include the maximum eligible field day costs and restrictions on capital purchases and honorarium.
- The grant has specific rounds for approval dates, indicating that planning should align with these cycles.
Contacts
evaluation.coordinator@gov.sk.ca
306-787-6566
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