How do I apply for AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit?

You can apply online through the official program website. Visit the application portal to submit your application.

What industries are eligible for AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit?

Eligible industries include: agriculture, agri-food.

Who administers AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

Are there similar programs to AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Agriculture, Food & Fisheries category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit?

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AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit

Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

🌾 Agriculture, Food & Fisheries❤️ Nonprofit🔬 Research🌱 Early-Stage💼 Commercialization🍁 National

Funding for pre-commercial agriculture and agri-food science

Funding

Up to $10,000,000

Deadline

Mar 31, 2028

Status

Rolling Intake

What Is This Program?

Your not-for-profit organization can get up to $5 million over 5 years to fund 70% of the cost of pre-commercial scientific research in priority areas.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding and support for pre-commercial science and research activities in the agriculture and agri-food sector. Support is provided through non-repayable contributions and/or collaborative research with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) scientists. The maximum funding for a single project is $5 million, with a maximum total funding of $10 million available to an applicant over the program's duration. Cost-sharing varies, with up to 70% AAFC contribution for not-for-profit organizations on specific environmental activities, and increased ratios for Indigenous applicants.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium, large

Industries: agriculture, agri-food

Region: Canada

Demographics: Indigenous

Other Criteria: For-profit or not-for-profit organization (including associations, clubs, co-operatives, societies, sector councils, communes, Indigenous individuals and organizations), Must be a legal entity capable of entering into legal binding agreements, Projects focused on pre-commercial science activities and research (Technology Readiness Levels 4 to 7, from proof of concept to prototype), Research activities must align with at least one of three priority areas: Climate Change and Environment, Economic Growth and Development, or Sector Resilience and Societal Challenges, Consent to share a summary of the proposal with other federal and provincial/territorial governments, Proposals with no or limited environmental research investment will be deemed a low priority