Knowledge and Technology Transfer Program

• Project proposal describing the activity and its objectives.
• Detailed budget outlining eligible costs.
• Evidence of applicant eligibility (producer, processor, or not-for-profit status).

• Applicant must be a B.C. producer, processor, or not-for-profit organization supporting farmers and food processors.
• Project must align with the program's goal of increasing competitiveness and innovation in the agriculture and food sector.
• Activity must fall within one of the three eligible streams.

Who is eligible?

• British Columbia agricultural producers.
• British Columbia food processors.
• Not-for-profit organizations with the primary goal of supporting farmers and food processors.

Who is not eligible

• Organizations outside of British Columbia.
• For-profit companies that are not agriculture producers or food processors.
• Individuals not affiliated with an eligible organization.

Eligible expenses

• Fees for Subject Matter Experts.
• Event hosting costs including venue, catering, and materials.
• Travel and accommodation for participants and presenters.
• Equipment rental for hands-on training sessions.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Capital equipment purchases.
• Ongoing operational costs not directly related to the knowledge transfer activity.
• Activities outside British Columbia.
• Projects not aligned with agriculture and food sector development.

Eligible geographic areas

• British Columbia

• Alignment with Ministry of Agriculture and Food strategic priorities.
• Potential to increase competitiveness and innovation in the B.C. agriculture and food sector.
• Quality and practicality of the proposed knowledge transfer activity.
• Clarity of expected behaviour change and skill development outcomes.

• Step 1: Determine Eligibility
  • Verify that you are a B.C. producer, processor, or not-for-profit organization supporting farmers and food processors.
  • Identify which of the three streams best matches your proposed activity.
• Step 2: Prepare Application
  • Develop a project proposal outlining the activity, objectives, and expected outcomes.
  • Prepare a detailed budget identifying all eligible costs.
  • Gather supporting documents demonstrating organizational eligibility.
• Step 3: Submit Application
  • Complete the application form through the program's online portal or designated submission method.
  • Upload all required documents including proposal and budget.
  • Submit the application before the deadline.

• Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
• Applicants will be notified of approval or refusal.
• Upon approval, a funding agreement outlining terms and conditions is required.
• Reimbursement is processed after successful completion of the approved activity with supporting documentation.

• This is a cost-shared reimbursement program where funded activities must be completed before reimbursement.
• Priority may be given to projects addressing Climate Action, Regenerative Agriculture, Labour, Technology, Production, or Farm Business Management.