Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)
Last Update: January 24, 2025
SK, Canada
Empowering Saskatchewan agriculture with value-added product funding
Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP) at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Grant Providers
- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
- Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre
Status
Open
Overview of the Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP) program
The Product Development Program (PDP) provides financial assistance of up to $10,000 CAD to support innovative initiatives in the agriculture/food processing sector in Saskatchewan, aiming to increase value-added revenues and enhance processing techniques. Eligible activities include technical service costs, product development, test processing, and specification development when conducted at third-party facilities or by contracted service providers.
Financing terms and conditions
This program provides clear financing modalities to support eligible projects with defined cost-sharing mechanisms and reimbursement policies. The policy framework ensures that financial assistance is both effective and accountable.
- Approved applicants are eligible for reimbursement of up to 50% of eligible project expenses.
- The maximum reimbursement amount is capped at $10,000 CAD.
- Reimbursement is provided in a lump sum at the end of the funding agreement, contingent on the completion of all project activities and submission of an approved financial report.
- Stacking with other federal or provincially funded initiatives is not permitted.
Eligible projects & activities
This grant supports projects aimed at advancing product development and enhancing value-added processing in the agricultural sector of Saskatchewan. Eligible activities focus on technical services, product initiation, and the optimization of processes and technologies.
- Technical service costs.
- Product development and demonstration costs.
- Test processing costs.
- Assessment and development of process and manufacturing technology costs.
- Specification development costs.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 5,000
Testing and developing new granola bar varieties using Saskatchewan-grown sunflower seeds
$ 5,000
Developing a sustainable packaging solution for organic oat milk using locally-grown oats
$ 5,000
Developing gluten-free pasta using Saskatchewan-grown chickpeas and testing processing methods
$ 5,000
Creating a ready-to-eat quinoa product and testing its market acceptance
$ 5,000
Developing and testing a plant-based protein powder using Saskatchewan-grown peas
$ 5,000
Assessing and developing process technology for cold-pressed canola oil production
Eligibility criteria of the Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP) program
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- Applicants must be agriculture value-added processors.
- The applicant's operations and tax payments must be within the Province of Saskatchewan.
- The proposal/product must demonstrate substantial use of Canadian-grown agricultural products.
- The applicant must be a for-profit organization.
- Processors must use an identifiable portion of inputs originating from primary agricultural commodities grown or raised in Canada.
Who is eligible?
We welcome applications from agriculture value-added processors who meet the following criteria:- Processors must use an identifiable portion of inputs originating from primary agricultural commodities grown or raised in Canada.- The applicant’s operations and tax payments must be within the Province of Saskatchewan.- The proposal/product must demonstrate substantial use of Canadian-grown agricultural products.- Applicants must be for-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
This grant excludes certain companies and industries due to their status or main activity. The restrictions focus on ensuring alignment with the objectives of agriculture value-adding and regional impact in Saskatchewan.
- Companies that do not operate within the Province of Saskatchewan.
- Businesses that are not for-profit organizations.
- Organizations whose operations and tax payments are not based in Saskatchewan.
- Companies whose primary inputs do not originate from Canadian-grown agricultural commodities.
- Projects or organizations already receiving funding from certain other government sources, specifically Government of Saskatchewan sources or the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Agri-Marketing program.
Eligible expenses
The grant supports various eligible activities focused on enhancing value-added processing and product development in the agriculture sector. Projects must take place at a third-party facility or involve a contracted service provider.
- Technical service costs associated with value-added processing.
- Costs related to product development and demonstration.
- Test processing costs to assess product viability.
- Costs for assessing and developing process and manufacturing technology.
- Specification development costs for new or enhanced products.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is specifically aimed at supporting businesses located within the Province of Saskatchewan, as per the eligibility criteria outlined in the program details.
- Companies operating within the Province of Saskatchewan.
How to apply to the Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP) program
1
Initial Contact and Information Entry
- Enter your contact and organization information in the online form provided by the PDP program page.
- Submit this information to prompt contact from the PDP Program Coordinator.
2
Receive and Complete Application Form
- Wait for the PDP Program Coordinator to contact you with the official application form.
- Fill out the application form thoroughly, ensuring all required fields and details about your project are included.
3
Compile Necessary Documentation
- Gather supporting documents that align with your project proposal.
- Ensure all documentation supports eligibility criteria and project requirements.
4
Application Submission
- Submit the completed application form and all necessary documents as per the instructions provided by the PDP Program Coordinator.
- Ensure submission aligns with the first come, first served processing basis.
5
Confirmation of Receipt
- Await confirmation from the PDP Program Coordinator acknowledging receipt of your application.
- Keep the confirmation for your records.
Additional information
The grant offers financial assistance to develop new value-added products, processes, and reduce by-product waste in Saskatchewan's agricultural sector.
- Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.
- Approved applicants may be reimbursed up to 50 per cent of eligible project expenses.
- The maximum reimbursement amount is $10,000 CAD.
- Funding is provided in a lump sum at the end of the funding agreement.
- Completion of all project activities and approval of the financial report is required for reimbursement.
- Stacking with other federal or provincially funded initiatives is not permitted.
- The program is funded through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership and administered by the Food Centre.
- Emily Nickel is the PDP Program Coordinator for queries.
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