How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $3000000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024?

CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 is funded by Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)

CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024

Q: What are CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must form a consortium that includes Canadian universities, colleges, research institutes, for-profit corporations, and/or not-for-profit entities. The Lead Applicant must be incorporated in Canada and conduct industrial research and technology demonstration activities. Projects must involve only Canadian enterprises.

Last Update: June 9, 2025

Canada

Advancing livestock efficiency through technological innovation and research

CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $3,000,000
Up to 40% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : September 30, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Grant Providers

Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)

Status

Archived

Overview of the CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 program

The CAAIN Livestock Innovation Program is designed to support research and development in livestock agriculture to enhance efficiency through automation, data-based decision-making, and new technology validation, offering up to $3 million CAD in funding per project. Eligible activities include projects related to environmental sustainability, production efficiency, animal welfare, and food safety and quality among others.

Financing terms and conditions

This program provides structured financing modalities aimed at supporting innovative projects in livestock production and processing. The funding approach is designed to maximize impact while ensuring compliance with program guidelines.

CAAIN reimburses up to 40% of total eligible supported expenses.
The maximum funding available per project is $3 million CAD.
Financial contributions from at least two Canadian SMEs are required for project eligibility.
Payment of a 4% administration fee on total eligible supported expenses is mandatory.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant supports projects that drive technological advancements in livestock production and primary processing. The eligible activities are centered around enhancing efficiency, promoting sustainability, and improving food safety and quality within the livestock sector.

Research and innovations in environmental sustainability including ESG, GHG emissions, carbon capture, and storage.
Advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence for livestock production.
Initiatives aimed at improving production efficiency and traceability in livestock operations.
Projects focused on enhancing transportation systems for livestock.
Animal welfare improvements through new technologies or methods.
Research on food safety and quality related to livestock products.
Enhancements in animal health management practices.
Innovations in the primary processing of meat including meat science and cold chain management.
Feed and forage research that benefits animal production processes.

Eligibility criteria of the CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 program

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's consortium composition and the nature of their activities.

Applicants must form a consortium that includes Canadian universities, colleges, research institutes, for-profit corporations (including SMEs), and/or not-for-profit entities.
The Lead Applicant must be incorporated in Canada and conduct industrial research and technology demonstration activities.
Projects must involve only Canadian enterprises.
Diverse project teams are encouraged, including academic, research, and industry stakeholders.

Who is eligible?

Applicants must form a consortium that includes Canadian universities, colleges, research institutes, for-profit corporations (including SMEs), and/or not-for-profit entities. The Lead Applicant must be incorporated in Canada and conduct industrial research and technology demonstration activities.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specified for companies that are incorporated and conduct activities in Canada. The geographical eligibility is confined to Canadian enterprises only.

Companies incorporated in Canada.
Organizations conducting research and technology demonstration within Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 program

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.

Alignment with CAAIN objectives and ISED Strategic Innovation Stream 4.
Inclusion of at least two Canadian SMEs.
Financial contributions from at least two SMEs.
Projects must present incremental initiatives distinct from regular business operations.
Diverse project teams, including academic, research, and industry stakeholders.
Demonstration of significant public benefits (economic, social, environmental).

How to apply to the CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024 program

Project Application Form (PAF)

Download the Project Application Form from the CAAIN website.
Complete the form outlining project criteria and eligibility requirements.
Submit the completed form along with any initial required documentation to info@caain.ca.

Expression of Interest (EOI)

Wait for the invitation to submit an EOI following your PAF submission.
Provide a more detailed project description including a simplified financial workbook.
Submit the EOI by the specified deadline if invited.

Full Project Proposal (FPP)

Upon invitation, prepare a Full Project Proposal which includes a comprehensive project description.
Compile a full financial workbook and gather all relevant supporting documentation.
Submit the FPP by the specified deadline.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The competition is focused on fostering technological innovations within the livestock industry in Canada.
The application process is highly structured and broken into distinct phases, each with its own requirements and deadlines.
Funding can be used to support a wide range of initiatives, provided they align with the program's overarching themes such as sustainability and technology adoption.
Projects should aim to provide broad public benefits, including economic, social, and environmental impacts.
In addition to direct funding limits, projects may seek further financial contributions from industry partners to meet eligibility criteria.
Programs funded under this call should showcase methodology and expected outcomes to match the competitive nature of the application and selection process.

Contact Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)

info@caain.ca

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