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RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)
Funding for agricultural research and innovation
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
July 31, 2024
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The AFC supports research and innovation projects that promote sustainability, diversification, and long-term growth in the agriculture and food industry. It is a coordinated funding opportunity for western Canada, with applications submitted through a letter of intent and then a full proposal if selected.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects for the agriculture and food industry.
- Innovation projects that support sustainability.
- Initiatives that promote diversification and long-term growth in agriculture.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural organizations.
- Private sector participants.
- Public sector participants.
- Organizations involved in the agriculture and food industry.
Eligible geographic areas
- Western Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the current AFC priorities
- Check the year’s research priorities and available templates on the AFC website.
- Step 2: Submit a Letter of Intent
- Prepare and submit the LOI by April 15, 2024.
- Step 3: Submit the full proposal if invited
- Only selected LOIs are invited to full proposal stage.
- Full proposals are due by July 31, 2024.
- Step 4: Await award results
- Award announcements are expected in winter 2024/2025.
Processing and Agreement
- Letters of Intent are reviewed first.
- Selected applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Award announcements are made later, in winter 2024/2025.
Frequently Asked Questions about the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) Program
What is the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)?
The AFC supports research and innovation projects that promote sustainability, diversification, and long-term growth in the agriculture and food industry. It is a coordinated funding opportunity for western Canada, with applications submitted through a letter of intent and then a full proposal if selected.
Who is eligible for the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) program?
To be eligible for the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) program, you must:
Research and innovation focus.
Agriculture and food sector.
Western Canada.
What expenses are eligible under RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)?
Research projects for the agriculture and food industry.
Innovation projects that support sustainability.
Initiatives that promote diversification and long-term growth in agriculture.
Who can I contact for more information about the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)?
You can contact Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR).
Where is the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) available?
The RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)?
RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) is funded by Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)