AGF: Out-of-Province Applicants
Benefit from up to $450,000 in non-repayable grants when you bring your agtech to Saskatchewan
AGF for Out-of-Province Applicants
Program Status: Active
The Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) is a research and development (R&D) funding program aimed at fast-tracking the commercialization of technological innovations in Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector.
Through AGF for Out-of-Province (OP) Applicants, we help out-of-province and international companies in core sectors establish R&D operations in Saskatchewan to advance development and adoption of their solutions and help fill a gap in the province’s agtech ecosystem.
Program Highlights
- Financing Type: Grants
- Eligible Funding: Up to $450,000 per project
- Goal: Companies based outside Saskatchewan driving technological innovations in the province’s agriculture industry
Eligibility
- Companies looking to set up significant business and R&D operations in Saskatchewan
- Technological solutions benefit agriculture sector
For funding opportunities across Saskatchewan’s core sectors, explore the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund for Out-of-Province Applicants.
Overview
AGF offers non-dilutive funding to support R&D projects that advance and enhance Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector.
The AGF OP Applicants program encourages out-of-province and international companies to establish R&D operations in Saskatchewan, addressing key challenges and shaping the future of agriculture.
Any contributions provided by an Innovation Saskatchewan Research Partner will be counted towards the agency’s contribution. Funding received from an Innovation Saskatchewan Research Partner cannot exceed 30 per cent of the project’s budget when combined with the amount requested from AGF. Funding stacked from other provincial government sources will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Funding Eligibility
Here’s what you need to apply.
The proposal is submitted by an agtech company currently outside of Saskatchewan that does not have any significant operations in Saskatchewan.
- Priority is given to proposals with an academic partner from a Saskatchewan post-secondary or research institute.
The proponent is committed to establishing and maintaining significant business and/or R&D operations in Saskatchewan.
The proponent is in the process of developing and/or commercializing a novel agricultural technology and can demonstrate how the technological innovation will fill an existing gap in the agtech ecosystem in Saskatchewan.
Technological solutions must be novel, innovative and not be a minor or derivative improvement to what currently exists in market.
The proposal demonstrates a feasible path to commercialization and how the benefits of the project will be sustained over the long term.
Industry partners must provide 50+ per cent of the project’s budget and the funding request is for more than 50 per cent of the proposed budget.
- R&D activities must be carried out in Saskatchewan using Saskatchewan-based personnel. In limited circumstances, specialized activities that can only be conducted outside of Saskatchewan or expertise that is available only outside of Saskatchewan will be accepted. Any specialized activities or resources required that are outside of the province must be discussed with IS prior to the submission of a full proposal.
How to Apply
Innovation Saskatchewan will accept applications for the AGF OP Applicants year-round.
Review the Program Guide and support resources to confirm eligibility.
Create a user account through the Online Application Portal and complete the expression of interest (EOI) form
The EOI will be evaluated by representatives from Innovation Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Trade and Export Development to ensure alignment with the Government of Saskatchewan’s investment attraction strategy and the agency's strategic priorities
Only selected applicants will be shortlisted and invited to submit a full proposal. Innovation Saskatchewan will work with shortlisted proponents to determine an appropriate deadline for the submission of the full proposal.
Consult the Program Guide for full program structure and application process details.
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