Canada Agri-Food Technology Innovation Grants 2026
Access $2.3B+ in agricultural technology and food innovation funding through 32+ federal and provincial programs. From AgriInnovate commercialization to precision agriculture initiatives - accelerate your farm technology, food processing innovation, sustainable agriculture, and agritech solutions.
Major Agri-Food Technology Programs
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's flagship program for accelerating commercialization and adoption of innovative agricultural products, technologies, and processes.
AgriTech Focus Areas:
- • Precision agriculture technology
- • Food processing innovation
- • Agricultural biotechnology
- • Sustainable farming solutions
Funding Support:
- • Up to 50% of eligible project costs
- • Repayable contributions (interest-free)
- • Technology commercialization focus
- • Market development support
Support for pre-commercial science research and innovation through industry-led research networks addressing agriculture and agri-food sector priorities.
Research Priorities:
- • Crop genetics and breeding
- • Soil health and sustainability
- • Livestock health and productivity
- • Climate change adaptation
Program Features:
- • Industry-led research clusters
- • Collaborative projects required
- • Up to 75% cost-share available
- • Pre-commercial research focus
Federal-provincial-territorial framework providing cost-share funding for on-farm technology adoption, innovation, and market development initiatives.
Farm Technology:
- • Precision farming equipment
- • Smart irrigation systems
- • Automated feeding systems
- • Environmental monitoring
Cost-Share Support:
- • Varies by province (typically 25-50%)
- • On-farm adoption projects
- • Energy efficiency upgrades
- • Environmental sustainability
Funding for development and implementation of food safety systems, traceability solutions, and assurance programs for agricultural products.
Eligible Systems:
- • Food safety certification systems
- • Traceability technology platforms
- • Quality assurance programs
- • Blockchain for food supply chain
Program Benefits:
- • Up to 70% cost-share available
- • Industry-wide systems
- • Market access enhancement
- • Export competitiveness
Agri-Food Funding by Technology
Provincial Agri-Food Programs
🍁 Leading Provincial Programs:
- Ontario AgriFood: $850M for farm technology and food processing
- Quebec AgriInnovation: $620M for precision agriculture
- Prairie Agricultural Innovation: $540M for farm technology
- BC AgriTech: $380M for sustainable agriculture
🎯 Priority AgriTech Areas:
- Smart Farming: IoT sensors and data analytics
- Alternative Proteins: Plant-based and cellular agriculture
- Climate Resilience: Drought-resistant crops
- Automation: Robotic harvesting and processing
AgriTech Funding Success Strategies
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