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Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams
Funding for climate-smart genomics teams
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports interdisciplinary genomics teams working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the carbon footprint of Canada’s food systems. It funds projects that apply genomic tools and technologies to climate-smart agriculture and food production, with up to $3 million available per project.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Interdisciplinary genomics research projects for climate change mitigation.
- Development of genomic solutions for agriculture and food systems.
- Projects that address reduced emissions across production, processing, distribution, and consumption.
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent
- Full application
- Registration information through the regional Genome Centre
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Interdisciplinary research teams.
- Teams of researchers and users working together.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a three-step process: registration, letter of intent, and full application.
- Both the letter of intent and full application include portfolio review.
- Applicants receive notification of decisions after the application review process.
Additional information
- Applicants apply through their regional Genome Centre.
- The selection process includes portfolio review at both the LOI and full application stages.
- Genome Canada encourages partnership development with industry, governments, or other funders.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams?
This program supports interdisciplinary genomics teams working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the carbon footprint of Canada’s food systems. It funds projects that apply genomic tools and technologies to climate-smart agriculture and food production, with up to $3 million available per project.
How much funding can be received?
Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams program?
To be eligible for the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams program, you must:
Interdisciplinary research teams.
Genomics-based project approach.
Climate-smart food system impact.
What expenses are eligible under Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams?
Interdisciplinary genomics research projects for climate change mitigation.
Development of genomic solutions for agriculture and food systems.
Projects that address reduced emissions across production, processing, distribution, and consumption.
Where is the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams available?
The Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams program is available across Canada.
Is the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams?
Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems - Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams is funded by Genome Canada