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Agriculture Development Fund
Supports agricultural research in Saskatchewan
Last Update: June 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Agriculture Development Fund supports research that addresses key challenges in Saskatchewan's agriculture and food industry, with up to $15 million available annually. It funds projects such as crop, livestock, forage, food processing, bioproducts, and sustainable farming research.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Agricultural research projects addressing production and value-added processing challenges
- Projects focused on crops, livestock, forages, food products, bioproducts, and farming practices
- Research aligned with Saskatchewan agriculture ministry and industry priorities
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent
- Full proposal for invited applicants
- Business plan template for for-profit applicants
- Updated budget documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Organizations
- Public researchers
- Private researchers
Eligible expenses
- Salaries for students, postdoctoral fellows, and technical assistants
- Consultant fees
- Equipment rental
- Materials and supplies
- Project travel and publication costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Overhead costs
- Equipment purchases
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in two stages, starting with a Letter of Intent.
- Accepted LOIs are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Industry partners may review applications of interest for potential co-funding or technical review.
- Applicants submit both stages through the online system.
Additional information
- Industry partners may review LOIs and applications, with consent.
- The program maintains an archive of past funded research projects.
- ADF research projects are published through the Saskatchewan government research reports archive.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agriculture Development Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agriculture Development Fund. 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 Agriculture Development Fund?
The Agriculture Development Fund supports research that addresses key challenges in Saskatchewan's agriculture and food industry, with up to $15 million available annually. It funds projects such as crop, livestock, forage, food processing, bioproducts, and sustainable farming research.
Who is eligible for the Agriculture Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Agriculture Development Fund program, you must:
Practical value to Saskatchewan agriculture
Lead investigator must be full-time employee
Online Letter of Intent required
What expenses are eligible under Agriculture Development Fund?
Agricultural research projects addressing production and value-added processing challenges
Projects focused on crops, livestock, forages, food products, bioproducts, and farming practices
Research aligned with Saskatchewan agriculture ministry and industry priorities
Who can I contact for more information about the Agriculture Development Fund?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at ARBonline@gov.sk.ca or by phone at 306-787-5929.
Where is the Agriculture Development Fund available?
The Agriculture Development Fund program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Agriculture Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agriculture Development Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Agriculture Development Fund?
Agriculture Development Fund is funded by Government of Saskatchewan, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)