Ag Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) — Producers
Highlights
This program is a fantastic opportunity for your business to explore and adopt new agricultural practices and technologies. By participating, you can receive up to $13,000 per site for crop projects and up to $20,000 per site for livestock projects, with annual maximums of $80,000 and $100,000 respectively. This funding can help you test and implement innovative methods that could significantly improve your operations.
What You Get:
- Funding for crop projects: Up to $13,000 per site, per project
- Funding for livestock projects: Up to $20,000 per site, per project
- Annual funding limits: $80,000 for crop projects, $100,000 for livestock projects
Benefits:
- Direct project costs covered
- Administration costs up to 5%
- Field day costs up to $1,000
This program is designed to be accessible and beneficial, with a straightforward application process and competitive funding. By getting approved, you can enhance your agricultural practices, potentially leading to greater efficiency and profitability.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required as this is a grant.
Eligible Expenses:
- Direct project costs.
- Administration costs up to 5%.
- Field day costs up to $1,000 (if part of a funded demonstration project).
Ineligible Expenses:
- Any capital purchase over $300.
- Honorarium for staff or producer members.
- In-depth research projects eligible for funding under the Agriculture Development Fund.
Fees:
- No fees associated with this program.
Qualifications
- Must be an incorporated Saskatchewan-based producer group.
Eligible groups include:
- Agri-ARM groups
- Indigenous communities
- Commodity groups
Disqualifications:
- Individual producers are not eligible to receive funding.
Description
This program provides funding to help your business try out new agricultural practices and technologies. You can receive up to $13,000 per site, per project for crop-related projects, with a maximum of $80,000 per year. For livestock projects, you can get up to $20,000 per site, per project, with a maximum of $100,000 per year.
You can use this money for:
- Direct project costs
- Administration costs (up to 5%)
- Field day costs (up to $1,000)
The funding is generally for projects that last one year. However, if your project needs more time, like for biennial or perennial crops, exceptions can be made.
This program is a great opportunity for your business to test new ideas and improve your operations with financial support.
Program Steps
Obtain Application Form: Request the application form by emailing [email protected].
Prepare Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. These include:
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget breakdown
- Proof of incorporation
- Letters of support from local producers or Indigenous communities
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Complete Application Form: Fill out the application form with accurate and detailed information about your project.
Submit Application: Email the completed application form and all supporting documents to [email protected] before the deadline.
Review and Follow-Up: After submission, monitor your email for any follow-up questions or requests for additional information from the program coordinators.
Await Decision: Wait for the decision on your application. If approved, you will receive further instructions on funding disbursement and project implementation.
Implement Project: Begin your project as per the approved proposal and adhere to any reporting requirements specified by the program.