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Irrigation Program — Irrigation Development Program
SK, Canada
Funding for farms in Saskatchewan to increase irrigation capacity
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- grant_single|closingDateDecember 31, 2027
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
- Government of Saskatchewan
- Ministry of Agriculture
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Get up to $1,675 per irrigable acre to cover 67% of the costs of creating a secure water supply to the edge of irrigable land parcels, to a maximum of $500,000 per applicant.
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The Irrigation Development Program provides structured financing to support irrigation infrastructure development projects, with specific payment terms and financial caps to enhance project sustainability and reach.
- Funding covers the lesser of 67% of eligible costs or $1,675 per irrigable acre, with a maximum overall program payment of $500,000 within the five-year term.
- Interim payments are available if total approved eligible expenses reach at least $100,000, with a maximum interim payment not exceeding $300,000, excluding a 15% holdback until project completion.
- Final claims must be submitted within 18 months of project approval or by March 31, 2028.
- Projects and expenses commencing prior to October 1, 2022, are ineligible for funding.
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This grant focuses on supporting infrastructure development to enhance irrigation capacity through secure water supply projects. It funds the creation and establishment of water management systems essential for agricultural growth and sustainability.
- Construction and installation of pumps and pump stations.
- Establishment of turnouts and pipelines.
- Development of drains for efficient water distribution.
- Power installation and electrical hookups necessary for the irrigation systems.
- Consulting services for environmental assessments and project design.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 400,000
Develop a secure water pipeline for irrigation
$ 288,800
Developing power installation and hookup for irrigable land
$ 500,000
Install a new pump station to irrigate 300 acres
$ 180,900
Installing a new pump station and pipelines for irrigation
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To qualify for the Irrigation Development Program grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be primary agricultural producers, which can be an individual, partnership, co-operative, or corporation, demonstrating a minimum $50,000 of gross farm income in Saskatchewan either in the year of application or the year prior.
- Individual applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
- First Nation Bands in the Province of Saskatchewan are eligible.
- Irrigation districts approved by the ministry and within the meaning of The Irrigation Act, 2019, in Saskatchewan can apply.
- Applicants must comply with The Irrigation Act, 2019, and all applicable regulations and requirements.
- Applicants must have a Saskatchewan Premises Identification (PID) number if they own, lease or rent property involving livestock and poultry.
- Projects must plan to increase irrigation capacity by a minimum of 10 acres for agricultural purposes.
- New entrants can be eligible if they meet specific criteria and demonstrate potential to generate $50,000 in gross farm income by March 2028.
- Expenses eligible for consideration must be incurred after October 1, 2022.
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The Irrigation Development Program is open to several types of applicants who meet specific criteria: - Primary Agricultural Producers: This includes individual farmers, partnerships, co-operatives, or corporations that can demonstrate having a gross farm income of at least $50,000 in Saskatchewan in the year of application or the preceding year. Individual applicants must be at least 18 years old.- First Nation Bands: Bands within the province of Saskatchewan are eligible to apply.- Irrigation Districts: These are defined within the meaning of The Irrigation Act, 2019, in Saskatchewan and must be approved by the Ministry of Agriculture. Applicants also include new entrants who might not yet meet the income threshold but are planning to achieve it within the program's five-year term. Flexibility is offered for new farmers who have recently made significant investments in farming activities and intend to reach the income threshold by March 2028.
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This grant specifies eligibility criteria but does not explicitly exclude any industries. However, certain expenses and situations are ineligible, reflecting indirect restrictions on some industries or operations.
- Projects and expenses prior to October 1, 2022.
- On-farm land parcel irrigation systems beyond initial pipelines and power installations.
- Operations that cannot meet water quality criteria for the proposed project.
- Projects lacking necessary permits and approval from the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency.
- Entities not demonstrating $50,000 in gross farm income or unable to prove eligibility as new entrants.
- Projects receiving funding from other government programs overlapping with this grant.
- Related entities exceeding the maximum funding cap unless they operate independently.
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The grant supports the development and enhancement of irrigation infrastructure to increase the irrigation capacity of agricultural lands in Saskatchewan. Eligible projects focus on establishing a secure water supply and supporting key infrastructural developments necessary for irrigation.
- Creation of a secure water supply for irrigable land parcels.
- Installation and purchase of pumps and pump stations.
- Construction and development of turnouts and pipelines.
- Installation of necessary power infrastructure and electrical hook-up to irrigation systems.
- Consulting services and fees for environmental assessments and project design.
- Establishment of distribution pipelines up to the center pivot point of new irrigable acres.
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This grant is specifically available to companies and entities operating within Saskatchewan, Canada. Applicants must demonstrate activities and eligibility in alignment with this designated geographical area.
- Companies and individuals operating in the Province of Saskatchewan, Canada.
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The Irrigation Development Program does not explicitly outline specific evaluation and selection criteria, but it does include eligibility requirements and necessary pre-approval inspections and documents for projects. These requirements ensure that applicants meet the necessary standards to qualify for funding.
- Eligibility requirements such as compliance with The Irrigation Act, 2019.
- Irrigation districts must be in good standing and have met the criteria laid out in Part 2 of the Act.
- Irrigators must pay a refundable acre levy fee to the Irrigation Crop Diversification Corporation.
- Projects must increase irrigation capacity by a minimum of 10 acres of land for agricultural purposes.
- Irrigation development locations must obtain an Irrigation Certificate from the Ministry of Agriculture’s Crops and Irrigation Branch.
- Applicants must receive the Approval to Construct permit from the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency (WSA).
- Projects must receive a water allocation of intensive or non-intensive median annual availability to be eligible.
- Final claims must include approval to operate from WSA or 'as-constructed' drawing from Crops and Irrigation Branch.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review Eligibility and Program Details
- Download and read through the detailed Irrigation Development Program information.
- Ensure your project meets all eligibility criteria and requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Complete the Irrigation Development Program Pre-Approval Application Form.
- Gather and prepare all necessary documentation and pre-approval inspections.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Save the completed application form to your computer.
- Email the application and supporting documents to agprograms@gov.sk.ca, or mail them to the address provided:
- Irrigation Programming
- Ministry of Agriculture, Programs Branch
- 329 – 3085 Albert Street
- Regina SK S4S 0B1
- Step 4: Post-Approval
- Upon approval, complete the irrigation development project as planned.
- Submit claims for funding on project completion with copies of paid invoices.
- Optional interim claims can be submitted if conditions are met.
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This grant involves several important considerations for eligibility and application, particularly for different applicant types and project characteristics.
- Pre-approval applications must be submitted by December 31, 2027, for projects to be completed by March 31, 2028.
- Expenses incurred after October 1, 2022, are eligible.
- The program allows flexibility for new entrants who can prove expected gross farm income of $50,000 by March 2028.
- Projects must increase irrigation capacity by a minimum of 10 acres and obtain necessary permits such as the Irrigation Certificate and Approval to Construct from the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency (WSA).
- Water source for the project must meet specific electrical conductivity and sodium absorption ratio requirements.
- Projects with a Term Irrigation Certificate are not eligible due to sustainability concerns.
- Interim claims are possible if specific conditions are met, including approved expenses totaling at least $100,000.
grant_single_labels|contact
agprograms@gov.sk.ca
866-457-2377
