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Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agricultural Producers)
Last Update: March 30, 2026
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Supports PEI agriculture research and innovation
Researchers And Facilities
Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program supports applied research, innovation, and technology adoption in PEI agriculture. It funds projects that improve competitiveness, productivity, and profitability through short-term research, demonstrations, and best practice adoption.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Develop a new product
- Research and experimental development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Short-term applied research projects for the PEI agriculture industry
- Technology adoption and best management practice projects
- On-farm diversification projects
- Demonstration and evaluation of new technologies
- Information sharing and knowledge transfer activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 25,000
Pest management research to quantify and control beetle infestation in potato crops
$ 40,000
Development of clean technology for greenhouse gas reduction in dairy farms
$ 35,000
Development of new agri-based biofuels from farm waste by-products
$ 30,000
Researching new crop varieties suited for changing climate conditions
$ 25,000
Pollination improvement project using managed bee colonies in urban farms
$ 40,000
Field trial to determine the best crop rotation practices for organic farms
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project proposal (1–2 pages)
- Business or organization information
- Partnership information, if applicable
- Communication of support, if applicable
Eligibility
- The applicant must fit an eligible recipient category.
- The project must relate to PEI agriculture.
- The project must support applied research, innovation, or technology adoption.
- The project must be short-term or otherwise suitable to the sub-program.
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural producers
- Small to medium-sized agri-businesses
- Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
- Public, private, and academic research bodies
- Municipal and provincial governments
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and consulting fees
- Equipment rental, monitoring equipment, materials, and supplies
- Project-related travel
- Analytical laboratory fees
- Administration costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
Selection criteria
- Economic benefits for the agricultural sector
- Improvement in efficiency or profitability
- Potential for on-farm adoption
- Response to sector challenges or opportunities
How to apply
1
Review eligibility
- Review the program guidelines and confirm whether your project fits the Applied Research Sub-Program or the Agriculture Technology Advancement Sub-Program.
- Check the listed eligible recipients, activities, and expenses before starting your application.
2
Complete application form
- Prepare the application form with your contact information, business or organization details, CRA registration number if applicable, project dates, funding sources, recipient type, industry type, declaration, consent, and optional demographic information.
3
Prepare project proposal
- Write a 1-2 page project proposal including the cover page, executive summary, objectives, timeline, results, Sustainable CAP outcome, climate change or carbon sequestration section, budget, evaluation, and communication of support if applicable.
4
Submit application
- Submit the completed application form and project proposal to the PEI Department of Agriculture.
- Use the program resources and contact details if you need support before submitting.
Additional information
- The program is currently closed for new 2025/2026 applications and is scheduled to reopen on April 1, 2026.
- Applicants are advised to review the program guidelines before submitting an application.
- The project proposal must include a section on communication of support, if applicable.
- Demographic information is optional in the application form.
Contacts
ARIP@gov.pe.ca
902-368-4880
