Agriculture Development Fund
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours, offering a unique opportunity to secure funding for innovative agricultural projects. With $15 million available annually, you can access significant financial support to develop solutions that enhance Saskatchewan's agriculture industry.
What You Get
- Funding for research and development: Cover expenses such as student and postdoctoral fellow salaries, consultant fees, equipment rental, materials, travel, and publication costs.
- Support for innovative projects: Focus on new crops, livestock competitiveness, sustainable farming practices, and biotechnology.
Why Apply?
- Government-backed financing: This funding is more reliable and supportive than other financing options.
- Long-term benefits: Enhance your business's sustainability and competitiveness in the agriculture sector.
- Easy qualification: The two-stage application process is straightforward, starting with a simple Letter of Intent.
By participating, you can drive innovation and growth in your business while contributing to the broader agricultural community.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- No repayment required.
- No interest rates applicable.
Eligible Expenses:
- Salaries for students, postdoctoral fellows, and technical assistants.
- Consultant fees.
- Equipment rental.
- Materials and supplies.
- Project-related travel (conferences, fieldwork, collaboration/consultation).
- Publication costs.
Ineligible Expenses:
- Overhead costs.
- Purchase of equipment.
Fees:
- No fees associated with the program.
Qualifications
- Must have an idea of practical value to Saskatchewan's agriculture and food industry.
Principal/lead investigator must be a permanent full-time employee of an organization.
Disqualifications:
- Overhead costs are not eligible for funding.
- Equipment purchases are not eligible for funding.
Description
This program offers your business a chance to receive up to $15 million annually for research projects. This funding is designed to help you tackle new challenges in agriculture and food production.
You can use the money for:
- Hiring students, postdoctoral fellows, and technical assistants
- Paying consultant fees
- Renting equipment
- Buying materials and supplies
- Covering project travel costs for conferences, field work, and collaborations
- Publication costs
The funding cannot be used for:
- Overhead costs
- Purchasing equipment
The goal is to support projects that align with industry priorities and promote long-term sustainability in agriculture. This includes developing new crops, improving livestock systems, and creating innovative food and bioproducts.
This program is a great opportunity to advance your business and contribute to the agriculture industry's growth in Saskatchewan.
Program Steps
Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI):
- Access the online system between March 1 and April 15.
- Complete and submit the LOI form.
Prepare Documentation:
- Gather necessary documents, including:
- Project proposal
- Budget details
- Resumes of key personnel
- Letters of support (if applicable)
- Any relevant previous research or publications
- Gather necessary documents, including:
Register or Login to the Online Portal:
- New applicants: Click "Register" on the online web portal.
- Existing users: Click "Login" to access your account.
Submit Full Proposal:
- If your LOI is accepted, you will be invited to submit a full application.
- Complete and submit the full proposal through the online system.
Review and Finalize Application:
- Ensure all sections of the application are complete.
- Double-check that all required documents are attached.
- Submit the final application before the deadline.
Await Review and Feedback:
- The application will be reviewed by ADF and industry partners.
- Be prepared to provide additional information if requested.
Approval and Funding:
- If approved, discuss the final terms and conditions.
- Upon agreement, the funds will be disbursed for your project.