Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agriculture Industry Associations) ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Agriculture industry associations (primary eligible recipient) - Non-profit organizations focused on agricultural sectors - Organizations with formal membership structures in the agriculture sector - Associations representing farmers, producers, or agri-businesses - Groups with demonstrated capacity to conduct or coordinate applied research ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $80,000 per project - Assistance Level: 75% of eligible project costs - Recipient Responsibility: 25% cost-sharing (matching contribution required) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (not a loan) - Funding Structure: Contribution-based; applicant must secure 25% funding from own resources or other sources ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Yield evaluations and crop performance studies - Climate resilience research and adaptation strategies - Pest management solutions and integrated approaches - Pollination improvements and pollinator research - On-farm diversification projects and feasibility studies - New agri-based products development and testing - Clean technology adoption and demonstration - Research gap identification and closure initiatives - Personnel costs directly related to research delivery - Materials, equipment, and supplies for approved research activities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Cost-Sharing Requirement: Organization must contribute 25% of total eligible project costs - Eligible Use: Funds must support applied research with practical agricultural applications - Accountability: Recipients must track and report on project progress and outcomes - Deliverables: Projects must produce research findings, reports, or tangible outputs - Member Benefit: Research outcomes should benefit association membership and the broader agricultural sector - Compliance: All applicable federal and provincial agricultural regulations must be followed - Record Keeping: Detailed documentation of expenses and research activities required - Project Timeline: Activities must align with approved project schedule and milestones - Reporting: Final report demonstrating research completion and results must be submitted