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Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream
Supports adoption of clean technologies in Canadian agriculture sector
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Agricultural Clean Technology Program – Adoption Stream provides non-repayable funding of up to $2 million for projects that support the adoption of clean technologies in the agriculture and agri-food sector. This program aims to reduce greenhouse gas, fertilizer, and methane emissions by supporting the purchase and installation of eligible commercial clean technologies and equipment upgrades.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchase and installation of energy-efficient, low-emissions equipment for agricultural operations.
- Implementation of clean energy technologies, such as solar or geothermal systems, to power farms and agricultural facilities.
- Adoption of precision agriculture solutions, including technologies for optimizing fertilizer application and reducing input use.
- Introduction of methane reduction technologies for livestock operations, such as novel feed processing or precision feed systems, if commercially available.
- Deployment of bioeconomy solutions to convert agricultural waste and by-products into energy or bio-products, including improved manure management technologies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit businesses and corporations in the agriculture and agri-food sector
- Individuals or sole proprietorships operating agricultural businesses
- Co-operatives or partnerships involved in agriculture
- Indigenous groups engaged in agricultural activities
Who is not eligible
- Financial institutions
- Academic institutions, including universities, colleges, and researchers
- Crown corporations
- Federal government departments and agencies
- Foreign governments
- Not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of capital assets required for the project.
- Salaries and benefits related specifically to installation activities.
- Fees for contracted professional or specialized services (such as consultants or experts) necessary for technology implementation.
- Project-related travel expenses directly linked to installation of supported technologies or equipment (economy rates for transportation, accommodation, meals, and incidentals).
- Other direct project costs, including translation, permits, rental or lease of equipment/machinery, goods and services, shipping and transportation (including freight), and materials or consumables essential to undertake the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses incorporated or established in Canada.
- Organizations based in any Canadian province or territory.
Additional information
- All projects must be completed by March 31, 2026.
- Quebec-based applicants may be subject to the M-30 Act and must demonstrate compliance if applicable.
- Recipients may be required to acknowledge Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s support in public communications in both official languages.
- The frequency and content of required progress and performance reports will be specified in the contribution agreement based on project and recipient risk levels.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream?
The Agricultural Clean Technology Program – Adoption Stream provides non-repayable funding of up to $2 million for projects that support the adoption of clean technologies in the agriculture and agri-food sector. This program aims to reduce greenhouse gas, fertilizer, and methane emissions by supporting the purchase and installation of eligible commercial clean technologies and equipment upgrades.
How much funding can be received?
Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream program, you must:
Must be a for-profit organization (business, corporation, sole-proprietorship, cooperative, partnership, or Indigenous group).
Must be a Canadian entity and/or incorporated in Canada.
Must not have previously received funding from the Adoption Stream.
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream?
Purchase and installation of energy-efficient, low-emissions equipment for agricultural operations.
Implementation of clean energy technologies, such as solar or geothermal systems, to power farms and agricultural facilities.
Adoption of precision agriculture solutions, including technologies for optimizing fertilizer application and reducing input use.
Introduction of methane reduction technologies for livestock operations, such as novel feed processing or precision feed systems, if commercially available.
Deployment of bioeconomy solutions to convert agricultural waste and by-products into energy or bio-products, including improved manure management technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at aafc.act-a-tpa-a.aac@agr.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-246-4682.
Where is the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream available?
The Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agricultural Clean Technology Program - Adoption Stream is a Grant and Funding