Research and Innovation
Support access to capital items required in implementing and/or scaling up food system/agriculture projects from production and processing to preservation. Funding may also support the adoption of new technologies into community owned infrastructure, including equipment purchases that support the transformation of raw products into value-added goods, enhance traditional harvesting practices, or bring new products into the market.
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Funding
Amount
70% up to $100,000. 60% on remaining amt over $100,000
Eligible Applicants
Farmers, Processors, Acedemic,
Eligible
Purposes
Incremental salaries, wages, and benefits
Subcontracted services
Professional fees
Knowledge transfer activities
Facility and equipment rentals (including laboratory equipment and facilities)
Materials and supplies
Travel expenses related to knowledge transfer and project activities within North America
Provincial Sales Tax (PST)
Overhead costs up to 10% of total approved expenses
Capacity building, including capital equipment
Capital equipment refers to research equipment and specialized equipment training costing more than $10,000
Deadline
to Apply
April 24,2025
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