How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program?

Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program is funded by Government of Alberta, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

What are Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program's eligibility criterias?

Must be a primary producer responsible for input costs for a crop, bee, or livestock operation producing at least $25,000 in annual farm commodities Must have a valid Alberta Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) certificate or completion letter Landlords with only ownership interest are not eligible

Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program

Last Update: June 22, 2025

AB, Canada

Efficient Grain Handling Program supports primary producers in reducing energy use on their farms.

Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

From $500 to $100,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : December 22, 2023
Closing date : June 30, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Grant Providers

Government of Alberta
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Status

Closed

Overview of the Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program program

The Efficient Grain Handling Program in Canada assists primary producers in reducing energy use on their farms. It supports the purchase of grain handling system components that significantly enhance energy efficiency beyond standard practices. Eligible activities include the cost of components that improve energy efficiency and can be factory options on new equipment or retrofits on existing equipment.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance covers 50% of eligible expenses for approved projects.
The minimum grant amount is $500.
The maximum grant amount is $100,000.
Expenses incurred prior to April 1, 2023, are not eligible for reimbursement.

Eligible projects & activities

Upgrading grain handling systems to incorporate components that significantly improve energy efficiency over standard configurations.
Retrofitting existing equipment with advanced energy-efficient technologies for grain handling operations.
Installation of qualifying energy-efficient system components as part of a pipeline-to-grain-dryer project.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 40,000

Energy-efficient grain auger installation at a farm

$ 50,000

Installation of an energy-efficient grain dryer at a farm

$ 65,000

Energy-saving grain elevator upgrades on a cooperative farm

$ 35,000

Retrofit of grain handling conveyors for improved energy efficiency

$ 90,000

Advanced grain handling systems installation at a farm

$ 37,500

Upgraded grain cleaning equipment for energy efficiency

Eligibility criteria of the Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program program

The applicant must be a primary producer responsible for input costs for a crop, bee, or livestock operation generating at least $25,000 in annual farm commodities.
The applicant must not be a landlord whose only interest is land ownership.
The applicant must hold a valid and current Alberta Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) certificate or provide an EFP completion letter.

Who is eligible?

Primary producers responsible for crop production
Primary producers responsible for bee operations
Primary producers responsible for livestock operations

Who is not eligible

Landlords whose only interest in a crop, bee, or livestock operation is ownership of the land.
Applicants who produce less than $25,000 worth of farm commodities annually.
Entities engaging in barter or exchange transactions related to the funded project.
Businesses attempting to claim expenses incurred prior to April 1, 2023.
Transactions between persons related by blood, marriage, adoption, common-law relationships, or close-business ties are not eligible for funding.

Eligible expenses

Purchase of grain handling system components that significantly improve energy efficiency over standard configuration.
Factory options on new grain handling equipment that contribute to greater energy efficiency.
Retrofits installed on existing grain handling equipment that provide significant energy efficiency improvements.
Installation and labour costs, but only as part of an eligible pipeline-to-grain-dryer project.

Eligible geographic areas

Alberta

Eligibility criteria of the Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program program

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

Applicant must be a Primary Producer responsible for input costs for a crop, bee, or livestock operation producing at least $25,000 worth of farm commodities annually.
Applicant must have a valid and current Alberta Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) certificate or completion letter.
Grain handling system components should offer significant energy efficiency improvements.
All invoices must be dated after April 1, 2023, and proof of payment must be provided.

How to apply to the Alberta — Efficient Grain Handling Program program

Check Eligibility

Review the Efficient Grain Handling Program Terms and Conditions to confirm eligibility.
Ensure that the proposed activities align with the eligible activities listed in the Funding List.

Complete Application Form

Fill out and sign the Efficient Grain Handling Program Application form when the application intake is open.

Submit Application Form

Send the completed application form and supporting documents via email in PDF format to [email protected]
Alternatively, mail the application to: Efficient Grain Handling Program, Sustainable-CAP, Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, Suite 303, 7000 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6.

Confirmation of Reception

If submitted by email, you will receive a reply confirming receipt of your application.
If submitted by mail, you will be notified by email or telephone.

Address Missing Information

If any information is missing, you will be contacted via email or phone to provide the required information.

Additional information

The application intake for the program is currently closed and will resume in Year 2 of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership; updates will be provided to Sustainable CAP subscribers.
Invoices must be under the legal name stated on the application and must be dated after April 1, 2023.
The program may update eligible items on the Funding List; applicants should verify the list before applying.
Cash payments require an official company voucher in addition to proof of payment to be considered eligible.

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Support for Alberta's agriculture sectors