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Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)
SK, Canada
Empowering Saskatchewan agriculture with value-added product funding
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJuly 9, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
- Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre
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grant_card_status|open
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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.
grant_single_labels|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.
grant_single_labels|projects
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.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 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
grant_single_labels|admissibility
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
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.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 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.
- Step 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.
- Step 3: Compile Necessary Documentation
- Gather supporting documents that align with your project proposal.
- Ensure all documentation supports eligibility criteria and project requirements.
- Step 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.
- Step 5: Confirmation of Receipt
- Await confirmation from the PDP Program Coordinator acknowledging receipt of your application.
- Keep the confirmation for your records.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
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.
