Agriculture Stewardship Program – Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Agricultural producers operating farms in Canada - Farm businesses engaged in crop production, livestock operations, or mixed farming - Agricultural organizations and associations - Educational institutions delivering agricultural programming - Non-profit organizations focused on agricultural stewardship - Cooperatives with agricultural membership - Indigenous communities engaged in agricultural activities Note: Eligibility may vary by province/territory administering the program --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Cost-shared funding (matching contribution required from applicant) - Funding Amount: Varies by project scope and eligible expenses; typically ranges from $5,000–$50,000+ depending on initiative scale - Cost-Share Ratio: Generally 50/50 or similar split (applicant covers minimum 50% of eligible costs) - Repayability: Grant funding is non-repayable (not a loan) - Disbursement: Typically reimbursement-based; funds paid after eligible expenses are incurred and documented - No Interest or Debt Obligation: Funds do not accrue interest and create no debt burden --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses Direct Stewardship Implementation: - Soil management practices (cover cropping, reduced tillage, composting) - Water conservation and management infrastructure - Energy efficiency upgrades on farm operations - Integrated pest management (IPM) systems and equipment - Nutrient management planning and implementation - Habitat restoration and biodiversity initiatives Education, Awareness & Development: - Training programs and workshops for farmers - Educational materials and resources development - Awareness campaigns on stewardship practices - Research and demonstration projects - Technical advisory services - Certification and compliance documentation Capital & Professional Services: - Equipment purchases supporting stewardship goals - Professional consulting and design services - Monitoring and assessment tools - Implementation labor and contracting --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones Key Requirements: - Applicant must provide matching funds (minimum 50% of project costs) - Projects must