RDAR — Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0
AB, Canada
The Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 program supports research to enhance innovation, competitiveness, and sustainability in Alberta agriculture.
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- grant_single|closingDateMay 15, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)
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<p>The Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 (AAI 2.0) program, delivered by RDAR in partnership with the Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, aims to support research activities that advance new and existing agricultural innovations in Alberta. Eligible activities include developing, demonstrating, and evaluating the feasibility of new management practices and technologies in areas such as drought resilience, soil health, and general agricultural innovations.</p>
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The RDAR Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 grant provides various financing options designed to support innovative agricultural research in Alberta. The funding structures are tailored to meet the diverse needs of applicants while promoting the effective implementation of projects.
- Eligible non-capital expenses may be cost-shared at 60% grant and 40% applicant for post-secondary institutions or for-profit entities, and at 80% grant and 20% applicant for other eligible applicants.
- Eligible capital expenses can be cost-shared at 25% grant and 75% applicant.
- In-kind contributions are not payable under the program but may count towards the applicant's contribution.
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This grant invites projects focused on agricultural innovation, involving new and existing technologies and practices specific to Alberta's conditions. The eligible activities are organized into three key program streams: Drought Management and Production Resilience, Soil Health and Fertility, and a General Intake for other innovative projects.
- Research and extend new management practices and technologies for drought resilience, including water management and crop strategies.
- Development of soil health techniques improving salinity, acidity, microbiome, and organic content.
- Innovate soil fertility practices with enhanced nutrient efficiency, cycling, and crop selection methods.
- Evaluate and adapt new agricultural innovations previously proven in non-Albertan sectors for local application.
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$ 18,000
Evaluation of innovative water management techniques
$ 21,600
Adaptation of precision agriculture technologies for Fort McMurray
$ 13,600
Development of a community-based composting program
$ 19,200
Implementation of a drought-resilient cropping system
$ 12,000
Feasibility study for no-till farming techniques
$ 17,600
Development of organic soil enhancement practices
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant must be one of the following:
- an Industry Organization;
- a Municipal Government or an agency of a Municipal Government;
- a Post-Secondary Institution;
- a Primary Producer;
- a for-profit Legal Entity, including research companies and businesses offering custom services, consulting, or general services to agricultural clients;
- a Not-for-profit Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) organization.
- The project must demonstrate and accelerate the farm-gate adoption of agricultural innovations and processes for livestock and crop industries in Alberta.
- A clear research extension plan indicating how research outcomes will reach Alberta’s producers on-farm is required.
- The applicant must clearly demonstrate how results of the project will benefit producers and/or value-chain partners.
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Applicants eligible for the Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 (AAI 2.0) program include:- Industry Organizations.- Municipal Governments or their agencies.- Post-Secondary Institutions.- Primary Producers.- For-profit Legal Entities, such as research companies and businesses offering services to agricultural clients.- Not-for-profit Indigenous organizations, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit groups.These entities must submit Letters of Intent (LOIs) that demonstrate innovations in the agricultural industry, focusing on the adoption of new technologies and practices in Alberta's livestock and crop industries.
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The AAI 2.0 grant supports research projects that advance agricultural innovations and beneficial management practices in Alberta. Eligible projects focus on innovation in drought management, soil health, and general agricultural advancements.
- Research and extension activities focusing on drought management and production resilience.
- Development, demonstration, and evaluation of new management practices and technologies to mitigate drought impacts.
- Research activities enhancing water availability, efficiency, and safety.
- Livestock and crop management strategies for better drought resilience.
- Research extending to soil health and fertility, focusing on soil salinity, acidity, microbiome, and organic matter content.
- Projects advancing soil fertility through nutrient availability, root function, and crop rotation improvements.
- Evaluating and adapting innovations for Alberta-specific conditions under the general intake stream.
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This grant is available for applicants that focus on agricultural innovations and meet the criteria set by the funding programs managed through RDAR in Alberta.
- Organizations and entities operating within Alberta, Canada.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure they meet the objectives of the AAI 2.0 program, though point scores are not explicitly detailed in the context provided.
- Alignment with program streams, specifically Drought Management and Production Resilience, Soil Health and Fertility, or General Intake.
- Demonstration of the feasibility and potential for application of new or adapted innovations in Alberta.
- Benefit to Alberta's producers and value-chain partners.
- Inclusion of a clear research extension plan to ensure research outcomes reach Alberta’s producers.
- Contribution to the economic growth, competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability of Alberta’s agricultural sector.
- Support for Indigenous food and knowledge systems.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Preliminary Registration in ARGO
- Create a new account in the Agriculture Research Grant Organizer (ARGO) system if you are not already registered.
- Log into your ARGO account to begin the application process.
- Step 2: Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI)
- Select 'Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 Program' in ARGO.
- Complete the required fields for the Letter of Intent to provide an overview of the research proposal.
- Include information on how the research aligns with program streams and objectives.
- Submit the LOI through the ARGO system by the specified deadline.
- Step 3: Await Review Process Results
- After submission, your LOI will be reviewed for alignment with program criteria.
- Receive feedback or a decision notification from RDAR.
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The Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 program, administered by RDAR, supports agricultural research in Alberta by offering funding for new and existing innovations. It encourages projects that focus on drought resilience, soil health, and general agricultural innovations, with varying cost-sharing details for capital and non-capital expenses.
- First intake deadline for Drought Management and Production Resilience stream: May 15
- First intake deadline for Soil Health and Fertility stream: May 15
- Varying cost-sharing ratios for capital (25%-75%) and non-capital expenses (60%-40% for some entities, 80%-20% for others)
- In-kind contributions are not payable but may be considered as part of the applicant's required contribution
- Letters of Intent (LOIs) must be submitted through ARGO, RDAR's grant management system
- Support available by contacting RDAR at research@rdar.ca
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research@rdar.ca
