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RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Supports new on-farm climate practices
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 23, 2026Latest change: The OFCAF resource list now points to a September 2026 program guide, adds a 2026 sub-contribution agreement, and no longer lists two application templates.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 23, 2026
Latest change: The OFCAF resource list now points to a September 2026 program guide, adds a 2026 sub-contribution agreement, and no longer lists two application templates.
OFCAF resources updated
The OFCAF resources page now lists the program guide as the September 2026 edition instead of the February 2026 edition. It also adds an OFCAF Sub-Contribution Agreement for BMPs dated 2026, while the Cover Cropping Template and Nitrogen Management - Amendments Template are no longer listed. These changes affect the application materials and supporting documents available to applicants.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
OFCAF provides financial support for producers to adopt on-farm beneficial management practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve farm sustainability. The program funds new BMP implementation in Alberta, including nitrogen management, cover cropping, rotational grazing, and related outreach, education, and training.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 25,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Improving nitrogen management.
- Increasing adoption of cover cropping.
- Expanding adoption of rotational grazing.
- Outreach, education, and training to support BMP adoption.
Documents Needed
- BMP Action Plan developed with a Professional Agrologist or Certified Crop Advisor.
- Labelled maps of project field boundaries and LLDs on aerial photos or images.
- GPS and date-stamped photographs documenting pre- and post-project conditions.
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Proprietorships.
- Corporations.
- Registered partnerships.
- Active producers in Alberta.
Who is not eligible
- Landlords whose only interest is in the land and who do not raise crops or livestock.
Eligible expenses
- Agronomic services for BMP planning and advice.
- Seed and custom seeding for cover crops.
- Equipment rental or custom application services for fertilizer use.
- Soil sampling and analysis.
- Cross-fencing, water infrastructure, legumes, and forage planting for rotational grazing.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- BMPs already in use on the farm or field.
- Costs funded from sources other than OFCAF.
- Landlord-only land ownership with no crop or livestock production.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta.
How to apply
- Work with a Professional Agrologist or Certified Crop Advisor to develop a BMP Action Plan.
- Complete an online application using RDAR's Agriculture Research Grant Organizer (ARGO).
- Submit BMP Action Plans based on the recommendations of a qualified third party with the designation of either PAg or CCA with funding applications.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in the order received.
- Applications from RDAR Directors go through a third-party review.
- Approved applicants move into the approval stage and receive supporting documents for invoicing and final reporting.
Additional information
- RDAR is the delivery partner administering OFCAF in Alberta.
- The program supports resources for BMP implementation and BMP design recommendations.
- Applications are reviewed in the order received.
- Applications from RDAR Directors are subject to third-party review.
Frequently Asked Questions about the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Program
What is the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)?
OFCAF provides financial support for producers to adopt on-farm beneficial management practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve farm sustainability. The program funds new BMP implementation in Alberta, including nitrogen management, cover cropping, rotational grazing, and related outreach, education, and training.
Who is eligible for the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) program?
To be eligible for the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) program, you must:
Active producer.
Headquartered in Alberta.
BMP Action Plan required.
What expenses are eligible under RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)?
Improving nitrogen management.
Increasing adoption of cover cropping.
Expanding adoption of rotational grazing.
Outreach, education, and training to support BMP adoption.
Who can I contact for more information about the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)?
You can contact Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR).
Where is the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) available?
The RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)?
RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is funded by Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)