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CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program
Support for clean agtech validation and commercialization
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
August 14, 2026
Opened August 14, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program provides up to CAD 1 million to support the validation, demonstration, and integration of clean agtech for Canadian agriculture. It supports smart farm and digital technology projects that advance commercialization, environmental benefits, and on-farm adoption.
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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
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Validation, demonstration, and adoption of clean agtech on smart farms.
- Development and integration of digital technologies for Canadian agriculture.
- Projects that support greenhouse gas reduction and other environmental benefits.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian SMEs
- Canadian for-profit and not-for-profit organizations
- Academic and research institutions in Canada
- Multiple-stakeholder project teams and networks
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with CAAIN and AAFC clean technology objectives.
- Use of smart farms to validate and demonstrate technology.
- Potential to advance commercialization and on-farm adoption.
- At least one required environmental benefit.
- Technology readiness at TRL 7 or above.
How to apply
- Step 1: Join the online community
- Register at network.caain.ca.
- Access the Funding Competitions section from the main menu.
- Step 2: Start the application
- Select the Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program.
- Submit the Project Application Form during an intake period.
- Step 3: Continue if invited
- If selected, submit the Full Project Proposal within the required timeframe.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis while the competition is open.
- Incomplete, partial, or late submissions are not accepted.
- Selected applicants are invited to submit a Full Project Proposal.
- The competition timeline may be adjusted at CAAIN’s discretion.
Additional information
- Project teams must share the results of technology assessments widely.
- Research and evaluation results must be uploaded to a CAAIN-managed or CAAIN-led software platform.
- Applicants must promote the CAAIN brand in connection with the smart farm or smart farm network.
- Former and current CAAIN funding recipients are eligible to apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program Program
What is the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program?
CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program provides up to CAD 1 million to support the validation, demonstration, and integration of clean agtech for Canadian agriculture. It supports smart farm and digital technology projects that advance commercialization, environmental benefits, and on-farm adoption.
How much funding can be received?
CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on August 14, 2026.
Who is eligible for the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program program?
To be eligible for the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program program, you must:
Canadian operations required
Two Canadian SME cash contributors
Project aligned with CAAIN goals
What expenses are eligible under CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program?
Validation, demonstration, and adoption of clean agtech on smart farms.
Development and integration of digital technologies for Canadian agriculture.
Projects that support greenhouse gas reduction and other environmental benefits.
Who can I contact for more information about the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program?
You can contact Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program available?
The CAAIN — Clean Agtech Validation and Integration Program program is available across Canada.