Dairy Innovation Investment
This fund supports innovation and infrastructure development within the dairy sector to address Canada's structural SNF surplus.
Eligible funding may support:
• Purchase and installation of new equipment or processing lines
• Construction or retrofitting of related dairy facilities
• Training and translation for operating new systems
These activities aim to improve efficiency and reduce waste in dairy processing operations.
Quick View
Funding Amount
Up to $75 million or the total funds available in the project’s region, at a 25%–33% cost-share rate
Eligible Applicants
Farmers, processors, producer associations
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support infrastructure and innovation projects that address the SNF surplus, including:
• Equipment removal, upgrades, facility retrofits, and new facility construction
• Software and hardware installations, milk reception expansions, and commissioning work
• Training and translated materials for new processing systems
Additional activities may be eligible if they align with the program’s objectives.
Deadline to Apply
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