PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations

Q: How much funding can be received?

PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations Funds up to 2000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is February 15, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

Q: Is the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations?

PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations is funded by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)

Q: Who is eligible for the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations program?

To be eligible for the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations program, you must: • The applicant must be a registered agricultural operation (exploitation agricole) in Quebec. • The project must have a collective or sectoral scope and involve knowledge transfer activities in agriculture or agri-food.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations?

You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at padaar@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca.

Q: Where is the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations available?

The PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports knowledge transfer and demonstration of innovative agricultural techniques

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,000

Timeline

Open Date : June 25, 2024
Closing date : February 15, 2026

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Funds Providers

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food

Program status

Open

Overview

The PADAAR – Measure 4075: On-farm or Indoor Demonstrations grant provides a lump sum of $2,000 per project to support initiatives that disseminate new production techniques, agricultural equipment, or adapted crops and livestock through knowledge transfer activities to producers. Eligible activities must have a collective or sectoral scope and take place in Quebec, focusing on sharing innovations within the agricultural and agri-food sector.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance is provided as a lump sum of $2,000 per project.

Activities funded

Projects that facilitate knowledge transfer activities for producers, such as demonstrations of new agricultural production techniques.
Projects showcasing adapted agricultural equipment, crop varieties, or livestock practices to a broader community or sector.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,000

Demo day on adapted robotic milking for small dairy farms

$ 2,000

Test plot demonstration of climate-resilient soybean varieties

$ 2,000

Pig producers’ seminar on antibiotic alternatives for herd health

$ 2,000

Field demo of smart soil sensors for forage crop growers

$ 2,000

Workshop on low-input no-till vegetable production systems

$ 2,000

Hands-on demo of insect netting for fruit and berry producers

Eligibility

The applicant must be an agricultural operation registered with the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation or a municipal entity.
The project must have a collective or sectoral scope.
The project must involve a knowledge transfer activity related to entrepreneurship or agri-food.
The project must take place within Quebec.

Who is eligible?

Registered agricultural operations
Municipal entities

Who is not eligible

Companies organizing training programs leading to a diploma.
Businesses hosting trade shows or exhibitions.
Entities conducting fundraising, social, or union activities.
Organizations planning events targeted at a restricted audience or promoting a business unrelated to advisory services.
Companies involved in projects related to recreational cannabis or non-Health Canada approved cannabis products (except industrial hemp), including cannabis derivatives like food ingredients, processed foods, topicals, concentrates, tinctures, and capsules.

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located in the territory of Quebec

Selection criteria

Relevance and structural impact in the sector or region.
Technical and organizational feasibility of the project.

How to apply

Review program details

Read the full program text to understand all requirements and details
Consult all reference documents relevant to Measure 4075
Review eligibility criteria for applicants and projects

Complete and sign application form

Download and complete the Measure 4075 application form
Ensure form is filled out accurately and signed by the authorized representative
Prepare a proxy or relevant document (e.g., minutes, resolution) authorizing the representative, if applicable

Prepare supporting documents

Gather all required supporting documents indicated for Measure 4075
Ensure all documents are organized and ready for submission

Submit complete application

Send the signed application form and all required documents by email to padaar@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca
Submit the request preferably at least 60 days before the activity date
Ensure an automatic acknowledgement of receipt is received

Await application review

Wait for the Ministry’s review and analysis of the application
Project is evaluated based on eligibility and relevance

Coordinate with Ministry if accepted

If the project is accepted, contact a Ministry representative at least two weeks before producing promotional materials or holding public/media activities
Verify compliance with government visual standards

Submit project completion documents

At the end of the project, submit a list of participating enterprises (name and head office address)
Provide feedback from companies and other participants
Submit evidence of methods used to ensure Ministry visibility

Additional information

Applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the activity date.
Only complete applications, including all required documents, will be processed.
Recipients must notify the Ministry at least two weeks before producing promotional materials or holding a public event to ensure compliance with government visual standards.
A general appreciation from participants and details of Ministry visibility must be reported at project completion.

Contacts

padaar@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations. 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.