CAAIN — 2025 Broadacre Cropping Program

Who is eligible?

• Canadian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in agri-food, agricultural technology, or smart farming
• Academic and research institutions operating in Canada
• Canadian not-for-profit organizations engaged in agri-food technology or innovation
• For-profit entities (including multi-national enterprises) with operations in Canada
• Technology developers and equipment manufacturers supporting broadacre cropping systems

Who is not eligible

• Companies or organizations without operations in Canada.
• Entities unable to secure cash contributions from at least two Canadian small or medium enterprises (SMEs), as defined by Statistics Canada (499 or fewer employees).
• International organizations seeking direct funding (funding may only flow to Canadian entities).
• Project teams or partners not in good standing with CAAIN (e.g., with overdue reporting or monies owed to CAAIN).

Eligible expenses

• Salaries and wages for project-related personnel.
• Costs for subcontractors and consultants directly supporting project work.
• Purchase of materials and supplies used exclusively for project activities.
• Acquisition of equipment required for approved project activities, including modifications and shipping.
• Direct intellectual property costs related to project outputs.
• Travel and outreach expenses directly related to project execution.

Eligible geographic areas

• Organizations with operations in Canada.

• All funded projects are subject to a 4% administration fee.
• Recipients must report project outcomes, including job creation and technology deployment, as well as environmental, economic, and social benefits.
• Performance monitoring may continue for up to 10 years after project completion, depending on project impact.
• All public communications regarding CAAIN funding must be coordinated with and approved by CAAIN in advance.