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Agtech Growth Fund (AGF)
Funding for agtech R&D projects in Saskatchewan
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 450,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 30, 2024
- Closing date : October 31, 2024
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Get a non-repayable grant up to $450,000 to cover 30% of eligible costs for projects that will accelerate the commercialization of technological innovations within Saskatchewan's agricultural sector.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 30, 2024
- Closing date : October 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Finance and insurance
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research and development projects aimed at commercializing new technologies in the agricultural sector.
- Innovation initiatives focused on digital agriculture, such as software, hardware, sensors, imagery, and precision agriculture tools.
- Development of smart farm equipment, including robotics, machinery, and automation solutions.
- Projects addressing animal health issues within agriculture.
- Initiatives improving the agrifood supply chain, such as traceability systems.
- Development of agricultural marketplace solutions and financial technologies (fintech) targeting the agriculture industry.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Saskatchewan-based organizations active in agricultural research and development
- Private sector companies involved in the agricultural value chain (such as those in production, supply processes, or serving as end users)
- Companies developing digital agriculture software or hardware
- Businesses innovating in smart farm equipment, animal health, agrifood supply chain, or agricultural marketplace/fintech sectors
Who is not eligible
- Projects led by non-Saskatchewan organizations, unless they offer significant benefit to Saskatchewan and are approved at the discretion of Innovation Saskatchewan.
Eligible expenses
The Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) provides funding for research and development (R&D) projects aimed at enhancing technological innovations in the agricultural sector. Eligible projects include those that address specific industry challenges within various domains related to agricultural technology advancement.
- Development and implementation of digital agriculture software and hardware, such as sensors and precision agriculture tools.
- Creation of smart farm equipment including robotics, machinery, and automation systems.
- Advancements in animal health technologies.
- Innovations in the agrifood supply chain, focusing on aspects like traceability.
- Development of agricultural marketplaces and fintech solutions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan-based organizations
- Projects led by non-Saskatchewan organizations with innovative technologies may be eligible on a case-by-case basis, provided they bring significant benefit to Saskatchewan
Additional information
- Applicants applying to both the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) and the Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI) are subject to a combined lifetime funding cap of $900,000.
- Feedback is available to applicants who submit draft proposals before the submission deadline.
- Only shortlisted applicants following submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) will be invited to submit full proposals.
- The number of grants approved per year depends on budget availability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF). 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 Agtech Growth Fund (AGF)?
Get a non-repayable grant up to $450,000 to cover 30% of eligible costs for projects that will accelerate the commercialization of technological innovations within Saskatchewan's agricultural sector.
How much funding can be received?
Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $450,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) program?
To be eligible for the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) program, you must:
Project must be led by a Saskatchewan-based organization (preference for Saskatchewan headquarters).
Proposed by a group of active private sector partners, including those in the value chain.
Industry partners must provide at least 50% of the project’s budget.
What expenses are eligible under Agtech Growth Fund (AGF)?
Research and development projects aimed at commercializing new technologies in the agricultural sector.
Innovation initiatives focused on digital agriculture, such as software, hardware, sensors, imagery, and precision agriculture tools.
Development of smart farm equipment, including robotics, machinery, and automation solutions.
Projects addressing animal health issues within agriculture.
Initiatives improving the agrifood supply chain, such as traceability systems.
Development of agricultural marketplace solutions and financial technologies (fintech) targeting the agriculture industry.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF)?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at matthew.hayduk@innovationsask.ca.
Where is the Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) available?
The Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) program is available the province of Saskatchewan.