Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream
Last Update: March 5, 2025
ON, Canada
Money for agri-food equipment and assets acquisition
Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream at a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Grant Providers
- Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Status
Closed
Overview of the Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream program
Receive up to $150,000 per project to cover up to 25% of eligible costs to acquire equipment and assets necessary to grow capacity and help meet the increased demand for Ontario grown and produced food products.
Financing terms and conditions
This grant is designed to support crucial infrastructure investments in the agri-food sector, enabling recipients to enhance their supply chain capabilities. The grant is oriented towards immediate capacity-building initiatives that directly address heightened market demand.
- Funding must be utilized for near-term investments in equipment and infrastructure aimed at increasing production capacity.
- All project-related activities and expenditures need to be completed by March 31, 2024.
- Final claims and comprehensive financial reporting are mandatory by April 15, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Eligible projects & activities
The Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream is designed to enhance the capacity of Ontario's agri-food sector. It focuses on acquiring essential equipment and assets to meet the increasing demand for locally grown and produced food products.
- Acquisition of equipment to increase production capacity for agri-food businesses.
- Investment in infrastructure that addresses current supply chain challenges facing the agri-food sector.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Installation of energy-efficient greenhouses to extend the growing season for local vegetables
$ 150,000
Purchase of automated packaging machinery to enhance production efficiency for Ontario-grown produce
$ 75,000
Upgrading cold storage facilities to increase capacity for local dairy products
$ 125,000
Modernization of processing equipment for artisanal cheese to improve production capacity
$ 150,000
Expansion of meat processing facilities to handle increased local demand
$ 112,500
Improvement of poultry farming infrastructure to enhance production capacity
Eligibility criteria of the Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream program
Eligibility criteria for the Supply Chain Stability and Adaptability Program grant include:
- Projects must address supply chain challenges in the agri-food sector in Ontario.
- Applicants must have completed a resiliency analysis or be investing in infrastructure to enhance capacity.
- Projects must be completed by March 31, 2024, with final claims due by April 15, 2024.
Who is eligible?
This grant is aimed at addressing challenges in the agri-food sector caused or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is designed to support projects that either analyze supply chain resiliency or invest in necessary infrastructure for growing production capacity.
- Organizations involved in the agri-food sector in Ontario.
- Projects focusing on market and supply chain resiliency analyses.
- Initiatives requiring infrastructure investments to enhance production capacity for Ontario-grown food products.
Eligible expenses
The Supply Chain Stability and Adaptability Program supports efforts to enhance resilience and infrastructure within the agri-food supply chain sector, specifically in response to challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This involves identifying points of weakness and making strategic investments to boost production and supply capacity.
- Conducting a resiliency analysis to identify supply-chain gaps and developing an action plan to address priority areas.
- Acquiring equipment and assets to enhance production capacity and address market demand for Ontario-grown food products.
- Investing in infrastructure to support immediate production capacity increases.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is specifically aimed at supporting the agri-food sector within Ontario, suggesting a regional focus for eligibility.
- Businesses and organizations located within Ontario, Canada.
Eligibility criteria of the Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream program
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Demonstrated need and clarity of purpose
- Expected impact on the agri-food sector
- Feasibility and implementation plan
- Capacity of the applicant to deliver on the project
- Value for money
How to apply to the Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream program
1
Project Planning
- Identify the stream of interest: Agri-Food Supply Chain Resiliency Analysis or Infrastructure Investment.
- Download and review the program guidelines from the AAC website.
- Outline the objectives and scope of your project to align with the program goals.
2
Application Preparation
- Gather all necessary documentation such as business information, project details, and financial statements.
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal including the identification of supply chain gaps and a detailed action plan.
- Prepare a project budget highlighting the requested funding amount and other funding sources, if any.
3
Contact Program Administrator (if needed)
Reach out to AAC via email at info@adaptcouncil.org or telephone 1-800-769-3272 for any clarification or guidance.
4
Application Submission
Submit the completed application through the appropriate AAC submission channel before the deadline (though intakes are currently closed).
5
Post-Submission
- Await confirmation of receipt from AAC.
- Keep track of your application status and be prepared to provide additional information if requested.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants must ensure that projects are completed by the specified deadline of March 31, 2024 to qualify for final claims.
- Final claims and reporting are due no later than April 15, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
- The program is administered by the Agricultural Adaptation Council on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.
- Contact details for program inquiries are provided: email info@adaptcouncil.org or call 1-800-769-3272.
Contact Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
info@adaptcouncil.org
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