Agriculture Research and Innovation — Innovative Technologies ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Agricultural producers operating farms in the province/region - Farm businesses actively engaged in primary agricultural production - Applicants must demonstrate operations within the eligible geographic region - Sole proprietors, partnerships, and incorporated farm operations qualify - Applicants must be in good standing with agricultural regulatory bodies ### 💰 Funding Details Funding Structure: - On-farm diversification projects: Up to $20,000 (50% cost-sharing) - Applicant covers: 50% of eligible costs - Grant covers: 50% of eligible costs - General innovative technology projects: Up to $30,000 (35% cost-sharing) - Applicant covers: 65% of eligible costs - Grant covers: 35% of eligible costs Repayability: Grant funding (non-repayable contribution) Maximum Total Support: $30,000 per applicant per funding cycle ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Technology acquisition and installation (leading-edge, first-of-kind equipment) - On-farm diversification implementation costs - Equipment and machinery supporting innovative agricultural practices - Technology adoption and integration expenses - Professional services related to technology implementation and assessment - Pilot project costs for new agricultural innovations - Expenses must be directly tied to implementing novel, high-risk technologies not previously used in the region ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Technology requirement: Projects must involve leading-edge, potentially high-risk technologies that are first-of-their-kind to the province or region - Cost-sharing obligation: Applicant must secure and contribute required matching funds before grant disbursement - Project timeline: Must adhere to approved project schedule and completion deadlines - Reporting requirements: Regular progress updates and documentation of technology implementation and outcomes - Eligible expense documentation: Receipts, invoices, and proof of payment required for all claimed costs - Compliance: Applicants must comply with all agricultural regulations and environmental standards - Ineligible costs: Land purchase