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Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program
AB, Canada
The Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) provides funding to support Alberta producers in implementing and maintaining eco-friendly agricultural projects.
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- grant_single|openingDateFebruary 1, 2025
- grant_single|closingDateNovember 30, 2025
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Government of Alberta
- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
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The Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) offers funding to support primary producers, grazing reserve associations, and approved Indigenous applicants in Alberta in implementing and maintaining projects that enhance environmental sustainability. Eligible activities under this program include pasture management, cropland conversion, tree establishment, and wetland conservation, with funding potentially covering up to 100% of eligible expenses and opportunity costs.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program offers generous funding modalities to support a diverse range of agricultural initiatives. The program is designed to accommodate the financial needs of both individual producers and associations.
- Funding may cover up to 100% of eligible expenses for implementation and maintenance of projects.
- An opportunity cost payment is included to ensure fairness and support for the transformation of practices.
- An impact adjustment payment is possible, based on project size, carbon sequestration improvement, number of livestock impacted, and enhancements to water quality and biodiversity, with exact amounts determined at the minister's discretion.
- Funding maximums are set at $150,000 for active primary producers and $300,000 for Grazing Reserve Associations, operators of a Community Pasture, or an approved Indigenous applicant.
- The minimum payment under the program starts at $2,000.
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The grant supports a variety of activities designed to enhance agricultural sustainability and environmental management. Eligible projects enhance the ecological and productive capacity of agricultural landscapes.
- Pasture management to improve grazing systems and optimize forage production.
- Cropland conversion projects that transition cultivation practices to more sustainable methods.
- Tree establishment initiatives that enhance biodiversity and carbon sequestration in agricultural areas.
- Wetland preservation and restoration for improved water management and habitat conservation.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 200,000
Developing wetland conservation areas
$ 70,000
Implementing rotational grazing systems to enhance pasture sustainability
$ 30,000
Tree planting initiative to restore riparian zones
$ 65,000
Enhancing pasture management in remote areas of Winnipeg
$ 100,000
Establishing a community tree nursery
$ 45,000
Converting crop fields to pasture in suburban Edmonton
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant type and environmental farm planning.
- Eligible applicants include primary producers, Grazing Reserve Associations, Operators of a Community Pasture, and approved Indigenous applicants.
- Primary producers must be responsible for the day-to-day management of an agricultural operation in Alberta that produces at least $25,000 worth of farm commodities annually and is responsible for input costs, not just ownership.
- Applicants must have a current Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Certificate or letter of completion, or they must be actively working towards obtaining one before the end of the project term.
- The EFP must be completed within 10 years from the date the proposal is received.
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The Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) is designed to support a range of agricultural entities in Alberta. This includes various types of producers and organizations involved in agriculture who meet specific eligibility requirements.
- Primary producers managing agricultural operations producing at least $25,000 worth of farm commodities annually in Alberta.
- Grazing Reserve Associations responsible for community pastures.
- Approved Indigenous applicants in the agricultural sector.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The grant aims to support agricultural practices that enhance the resilience and sustainability of landscapes in Alberta. Eligible activities focus on managing and converting land to improve ecological health and biodiversity.
- Pasture management to optimize grazing and preserve ecosystem balance.
- Cropland conversion to more sustainable and ecologically beneficial uses.
- Tree establishment to increase carbon sequestration and habitat diversity.
- Wetland restoration and enhancement to improve water quality and biodiversity.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is specifically for agricultural operations and projects located in Alberta, Canada. The eligibility is defined for entities managing agricultural operations within this province.
- Companies operating agricultural ventures in Alberta, Canada.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on several criteria to determine their effectiveness and alignment with the program’s objectives.
- Project size and scope.
- Improvement in carbon sequestration.
- Number of livestock impacted.
- Enhancement of water quality and biodiversity.
- Impact adjustments based on the minister's discretion.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Check Eligibility
- Review the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Terms and Conditions to ensure your eligibility.
- Confirm that your proposed activities are eligible by consulting the Funding List.
- Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Download and complete the appropriate RALP Application Form or RALP Wetland Application Form.
- Ensure that all details are filled out accurately and the form is signed.
- Step 3: Submit Application Form
- Email the completed PDF application to [email protected].
- Alternatively, mail the printed application to: Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program, Sustainable CAP, Suite 303, 7000 113 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6.
- Step 4: Confirmation of Application Receipt
- If emailed, expect a confirmation of receipt via email.
- If mailed, expect notification of receipt via mail or telephone.
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Below are additional miscellaneous details about the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) grant.
- The minimum payment under the program is $2,000.
- Funding is not guaranteed until your application has been approved.
- If applying by email, send PDF applications to: [email protected].
- If applying by mail, send applications to: Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program, Sustainable CAP, Suite 303, 7000 113 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6.
- Approval timelines may be longer than usual due to significant interest in the program.
- Program inquiries or questions on existing applications can be directed to: Toll free: 310-FARM (3276) (in Alberta) or Phone: 403-742-7901 (outside Alberta).
- For one-on-one application support, use Phone: 1-866-310-RALP (7257) or Email: [email protected].
- Email notifications will confirm receipt of emailed applications; mailed applications will be confirmed by mail or telephone.
- The program’s Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) must be completed within 10 years from the date the application proposal is received to be valid.
- Contact for general program inquiries is available from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday), and closed on statutory holidays.
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403-742-7901
