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Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)
Support for environmentally resilient agricultural land practices
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 250 - $ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2027
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program provides cost-share funding of up to $200,000 per project to help agricultural producers improve soil health, water quality and biodiversity through beneficial management practices. Eligible activities include seeding forage, targeted grazing, grazing management, livestock stewardship and water protection projects that enhance environmental resiliency on agricultural land.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of land use BMPs such as seeding tame or native forage and targeted grazing.
- Adoption of grazing management BMPs on native rangeland and riparian areas, including rangeland health assessments.
- Livestock stewardship projects such as intensive livestock management, manure storage, run-off control and livestock relocation.
- Extensive wintering site management to reduce environmental impacts of overwintering livestock.
- Livestock water protection and sulphate water treatment projects to improve water quality for agricultural use.
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individual farm operators in Saskatchewan.
- Agricultural partnerships and farm corporations in Saskatchewan.
- First Nation Bands engaged in agricultural production in Saskatchewan.
- Crown Land Pasture Associations in Saskatchewan (for specified BMPs).
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects and invoices dated prior to April 1, 2023, or not issued in the applicant’s name.
- In-kind freight, mileage, materials, labour or payments, and materials from the applicant’s inventory.
- Fabricated or self-made equipment and materials, leased or used equipment, or items purchased at auction.
- Regular replacement, repair or maintenance expenses, and purchase of land, property or easements.
- Financing charges, interest, legal fees, taxes, application support fees, duplicated costs funded by other programs, and permanent shelters.
Eligible geographic areas
- Province of Saskatchewan
How to apply
- Step 1: Review Program Requirements
- Confirm you meet applicant eligibility, income thresholds and Premises Identification requirements.
- Review the Agri-Environmental Risk Assessment before beginning any project.
- Check specific BMP guidelines, including whether pre-approval or rebate application applies.
- Step 2: Obtain Necessary Approvals
- Secure written authorization from the landowner if the project is on land you do not own.
- Obtain required regulatory permits, such as an Aquatic Habitat Protection Permit where applicable.
- Verify any additional approvals needed for environmentally sensitive areas (e.g., WHPA, CCE, critical habitat).
- Step 3: Submit Pre-Approval Application (if required)
- Complete the RALP Pre-Approval Application for BMPs that require pre-approval.
- Ensure the pre-approval application is submitted by December 31, 2027.
- Step 4: Implement Project
- Start the project on or after April 1, 2023, only after meeting pre-approval or rebate requirements.
- Complete the project within 18 months of project approval or by March 31, 2028, whichever is earlier.
- Step 5: Apply for Rebate or Submit Claim
- For rebate BMPs, work with a local agri-environmental specialist to complete the rebate application and any required checklists or templates.
- Complete and submit the appropriate rebate application or claim form with supporting invoices.
- Submit applications and claim forms by email to agprograms@gov.sk.ca or by mail to the Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program, Ministry of Agriculture, Programs Branch in Regina.
Additional information
- Program payments are subject to a minimum rebate of $250 and a minimum claim of $500.
- Separate applications are required for each eligible project under different BMPs.
- Pre-approval applications must be received by December 31, 2027, and all projects completed by March 31, 2028.
- Participation may limit access to future federal offset credit payments for the same activities, if protocols become available.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) Program
What is the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)?
This program provides cost-share funding of up to $200,000 per project to help agricultural producers improve soil health, water quality and biodiversity through beneficial management practices. Eligible activities include seeding forage, targeted grazing, grazing management, livestock stewardship and water protection projects that enhance environmental resiliency on agricultural land.
How much funding can be received?
Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) program?
To be eligible for the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) program, you must:
Saskatchewan agricultural producer with at least $50,000 gross farm income.
Individual applicants must be 18 years or older.
First Nation Bands and Crown Land Pasture Associations eligible for certain BMPs.
What expenses are eligible under Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)?
Implementation of land use BMPs such as seeding tame or native forage and targeted grazing.
Adoption of grazing management BMPs on native rangeland and riparian areas, including rangeland health assessments.
Livestock stewardship projects such as intensive livestock management, manure storage, run-off control and livestock relocation.
Extensive wintering site management to reduce environmental impacts of overwintering livestock.
Livestock water protection and sulphate water treatment projects to improve water quality for agricultural use.
Who can I contact for more information about the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at agprograms@gov.sk.ca or by phone at 866-457-2377.
Where is the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) available?
The Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Saskatchewan – Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP) is a Grant and Funding