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Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing
Licence government agricultural technologies
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Location
Canada
Overview
Intellectual property in environmental technology, crops, bioproducts and bioprocesses is available to be commercialized.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant focuses on creating and disseminating agricultural technologies through industry partnerships and intellectual property management. Eligible activities aim to bring innovative solutions to market for the benefit of Canadians.
- Licensing opportunities for new agricultural technologies.
- Partnering with industry to commercialize and deploy agricultural innovations.
- Processes for identifying and protecting intellectual property related to agriculture.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligibility for this grant under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada typically targets project proposals from businesses, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations that can demonstrate a capacity for innovation and commercialization of new technologies in the agriculture and agri-food sector. Applicants should be involved in activities that aim to bring new products, processes, or services to market, contributing to the economic development and advancement of Canadian agriculture.Eligible expenses
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's grant program prioritizes innovative projects that convert ideas into practical applications and products, enhancing the Canadian agricultural sector. Eligible projects aim to leverage intellectual property and partnerships with industry to commercialize new agricultural technologies.
- Innovation and development of new agricultural technologies.
- Projects to commercialize agricultural products and technologies through industry partnerships.
- Initiatives to identify and protect intellectual property related to agricultural innovations.
- Activities promoting the deployment and use of protected agricultural technologies in the market.
- Efforts to improve agricultural processes using new technological advancements.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant can support collaborative projects with industry partners to enhance the commercialization potential of new technologies.
- Applicants are encouraged to utilize the Office of Intellectual Property and Commercialization for guidance on protecting innovations.
- Adequate measures must be taken to ensure intellectual property rights are secured before market launch.
- Service standards at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada dictate the expected timeframe and quality of service offered to grant applicants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing. 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 Technology Transfer and Licencing?
Intellectual property in environmental technology, crops, bioproducts and bioprocesses is available to be commercialized.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing program, you must:
Company must engage in activities related to agriculture and agri-food technologies.
The company must be interested in partnering on technology licensing opportunities.
The company should work towards bringing new technologies to the market.
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing?
This grant focuses on creating and disseminating agricultural technologies through industry partnerships and intellectual property management. Eligible activities aim to bring innovative solutions to market for the benefit of Canadians. Licensing opportunities for new agricultural technologies.
Partnering with industry to commercialize and deploy agricultural innovations.
Processes for identifying and protecting intellectual property related to agriculture.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
Where is the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing available?
The Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing program is available across Canada.
Is the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing?
Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Government of Canada