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Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation
Funding for agricultural clean technology innovation
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2023
- Closing date : June 30, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $2 million per project for pre-market clean technology research and innovation. It supports applied research, testing, demonstration, commercialization, scaling up, and knowledge transfer in agriculture and agri-food.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 1, 2023
- Closing date : June 30, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Applied research and development of clean technologies
- Piloting and evaluating clean technologies
- Demonstration and knowledge transfer
- Commercialization and scale-up of clean technologies
Documents Needed
- Project application form
- Work plan
- Budget
- GHG outcomes worksheet
- Business plan
- Financial statements
- Letters of financial support
- Letters of support or endorsement
- Certificate or articles of incorporation
- Capital asset pre-approval, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations, including agri-food processors
- Not-for-profit organizations, including co-operatives
- Indigenous groups
Who is not eligible
- Financial institutions
- Academic institutions
- Crown corporations
- Federal government bodies
- Foreign governments
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- Administrative costs
- Salaries and benefits
- Contracted services
- Capital assets
- Other direct project costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Application is acknowledged within 2 business days
- Incomplete applications may be given 15 business days to provide missing information
- Completed applications are assessed against program criteria
- Applicants receive an approval or rejection letter within 100 business days
- If approved, a Contribution Agreement is required before funding is provided
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation. 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 — Research and Innovation?
This program offers up to $2 million per project for pre-market clean technology research and innovation. It supports applied research, testing, demonstration, commercialization, scaling up, and knowledge transfer in agriculture and agri-food.
How much funding can be received?
Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 30, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation program, you must:
Legal entity in Canada
Project aligns with program priorities
For-profit, not-for-profit, or Indigenous group
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation?
Applied research and development of clean technologies
Piloting and evaluating clean technologies
Demonstration and knowledge transfer
Commercialization and scale-up of clean technologies
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
Where is the Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation available?
The Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation program is available across Canada.