Strategic Field
The Strategic Field Program provides annual funding for field-level demonstration projects and targeted technology evaluations in primary production or value-added processing. The program aims to scale research-based innovations and support the ministry’s knowledge transfer initiatives for Saskatchewan producers.
Eligible funding may include:
• Field-based demonstrations that showcase new practices or technologies
• Applied research on scalable processing innovations
• Travel, materials, and staffing directly related to project delivery
Applications are evaluated and selected by the Agricultural Development Fund (ADF) Advisory Committee.
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Funding Amount
No maximum funding limit; awarded annually based on project merit
Eligible Applicants
Farmers, processors
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support rigorous demonstration and evaluation of agricultural innovations, including:
• Field-level primary production and value-added processing demonstrations
• Equipment, consultant fees, travel, and staffing costs for project delivery
• Administration expenses and knowledge-sharing events like field days
Additional expenses may be eligible if they directly support the project’s applied research and extension objectives.
Deadline to Apply
Typically ends in November/December each year.
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