On-Farm Value-Added Program

• Completed program application form
• Signed certification page with original signature
• Quotes or invoices for capital expenses
• Quotes or invoices for non-capital expenses over $1,000
• Supporting documents such as financial statements, proof of secured funding, business plan, market studies, or letters of support

Who is eligible?

• Primary producers
• Individuals, corporations, partnerships, and co-operatives registered in Alberta
• Alberta crop, bee, or livestock operations

Who is not eligible

• Processors
• Industry organizations
• Applied research organizations
• Post-secondary institutions
• Retail businesses, restaurants, and food establishments

Eligible expenses

• Capital expenses for processing equipment, food safety equipment, software systems, and related engineering
• Non-capital professional fees, training, testing, validation studies, and certification audits
• Market development costs such as feasibility studies, market readiness assessments, export or marketing plans, and trade show fees
• Travel expenses that comply with the program travel policy
• Label, packaging, translation, and product launch materials for eligible new product or market activities

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Purchase or construction of real property or structural works
• Aquaculture, aquaponics, and seafood processing activities
• Advertising, sponsorships, and product giveaways
• Website, e-commerce, and ongoing online marketing costs
• GST, shipping costs, lease costs, and ongoing overhead expenses

Eligible geographic areas

• Alberta

• Total project investment relative to the grant request
• Ability to secure project funding
• Potential to increase capacity, distribution, or market expansion
• Potential to create jobs and increase annual sales in Alberta
• Quality of documents showing readiness and capacity to complete the project

• Step 1: Check eligibility
  • Review the program terms and conditions.
  • Confirm the proposed activities are listed in the funding list.
  • Contact program staff if you need help with eligibility questions.
• Step 2: Complete the application form
  • Download and complete all sections of the application form.
  • Read Part F carefully before signing.
  • Print and sign the signature page by hand.
• Step 3: Prepare supporting documents
  • Gather required quotes or invoices for expenses.
  • Include supporting documents such as financial statements, proof of secured funding, business plan, or market studies if relevant.
• Step 4: Submit the application
  • Email the completed form and scanned signature page, or mail the application to the program address in Edmonton.
  • Submit within 90 calendar days of the project start date.

• Applications are reviewed and assessed against eligibility and merit criteria
• The minister may request additional information during review
• Applicants are notified of the outcome once assessment is complete
• Successful applicants must accept an approval letter or sign a grant agreement, depending on the grant amount
• Final report and reimbursement claim are required before payment is issued

• Applicants may apply only once per program fiscal year.
• Only applications received by email or mail are considered.
• Approved applicants must enter into a grant agreement or approval letter.
• Final reporting and reimbursement claim submission are required for payment.