How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 100000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Agricultural Climate Solutions?

Agricultural Climate Solutions is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Government of Canada

What are Agricultural Climate Solutions's eligibility criterias?

Eligible applicants include farmers and agricultural organizations. The projects must focus on practices that sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Partnerships with scientists and other sector partners are encouraged for collaborative efforts.

Agricultural Climate Solutions

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Funding for farmer-led projects that fight climate change

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Government of Canada

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Get a grant of up to $100,000 when you partner with agricultural non-profits, Indigenous organizations and environmental groups in your province on a project that stores carbon and/or reduces greenhouse gases.

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This grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing climate resilience in agriculture through innovation and collaboration among farmers, scientists, and other sector partners. The eligible activities focus on adopting practices that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve environmental sustainability.

Development and testing of beneficial on-farm practices through collaborative efforts in Living Labs.
Adoption of beneficial management practices (BMPs) that sequester carbon on farms.
Projects that support the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions in agricultural settings.

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$ 60,000

Introducing pasture rotation practices to enhance carbon sequestration at a farm

$ 75,000

Establishing an ACS Living Labs program at a farming cooperative

$ 50,000

Adopting beneficial management practices on an Indigenous farmstead

$ 45,000

Implementing nitrogen management techniques to reduce greenhouse gases on a farm

$ 90,000

Research and development of climate-resilient farming

$ 45,000

Testing and implementing cover crops to reduce emissions

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific participation in agricultural activities and involvement with climate solutions.

Applicants must be engaged in farming activities.
Applicants must be interested in adopting or testing beneficial management practices focused on climate resiliency.
The project must aim to sequester carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, or deliver other environmental benefits.

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This grant targets individuals, organizations, and partnerships involved in the agriculture sector aiming to enhance climate resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through innovative practices.

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This grant supports activities focused on developing and implementing farming practices to combat climate change. The eligible projects emphasize carbon sequestration, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing climate resiliency through collaborative efforts.

Co-development and testing of beneficial on-farm practices by farmers, scientists, and sector partners.
Adoption of beneficial management practices (BMPs) that facilitate carbon storage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on farms.
Investment in natural climate solutions in collaboration with NRCan's and ECCC's related programs.

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This grant is administered by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in collaboration with other Canadian federal bodies. It does not specify eligible geographical areas, suggesting it may be open to applicants across Canada.

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- Demonstrated alignment with the objectives of the Agricultural Climate Solutions program - Potential to sequester carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and deliver environmental benefits - Ability to implement innovative farming practices to tackle climate change - Capacity to collaborate with farmers, scientists, and sector partners in developing beneficial on-farm practices - Feasibility and scalability of proposed on-farm climate action initiatives - Potential impact on enhancing climate resiliency in the agricultural sector - Alignment with the overall goals of the Natural Climate Solutions Fund and contributions towards Canada's greenhouse gas reduction targets

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program is a collaborative effort involving multiple federal departments, showcasing a comprehensive governmental approach to climate solutions.
The grant supports practices that not only tackle emissions but also enhance overall environmental well-being.
The ACS program aligns with broader national initiatives such as the 2 Billion Trees program and contributes to Canada's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.