Enabling Agricultural Research and Innovation (EARI) - Innovative Research and Development
Applicants are eligible for funding assistance for approved activities intended to encourage the growth, profitability, sustainability and self-sufficiency of New Brunswick’s agriculture, agri-food, agri-product, agri-science and agri-processing sectors through innovative research and development projects; on-farm demonstration trials; pre-commercialization development activities; on-farm innovation; and adoption of new technologies that have a regional or local impact. This element is provides financial assistance to support short to medium term (1-5 years) innovative research and development projects which can improve profitability, competitiveness, sustainability and self-sufficiency of the agriculture, agri-food, agriproduct and agri-science sectors in New Brunswick. - Up to 100 % funding towards eligible costs may be considered where there is significant potential for sector wide benefit - Maximum contribution per project shall not exceed $60,000 per year - For projects that will primarily benefit an individual agribusiness, farmer or group of farmers, up to 50% funding towards eligible costs may be considered - Maximum contribution per project shall not exceed $30,000 per year
Grant Deadline
2024-07-04
Funding Amount
Range between $30,000 - $60,000
Type of Grant
Grant
Sectors
Agri-Food, Agriculture, Clean Energy, Clean Tech, Environmental Sustainability, Food Processing, Manufacturing, Technology
Demographics
Incorporation
For Profit
Perks
Region Restriction
This grant is restricted to whole of Canada
Keywords
Age Restriction
This grant is age restricted from 18 to 100
Eligibility and Requirements
Company Requirements
- Indigenous People or Organizations
- Agriculture producers (individuals or groups)
- Agriculture producer associations
- Academic or research institutions
- Agri-businesses
- Other individuals or groups capable of achieving program objectives
Project eligibility
- All eligible projects must be science-based and demonstrate sound scientific understanding and leadership
- Preference may be given to projects that involve a Professional Agrologist or a member of another relevant professional organization
Eligible activities
- Projects which address gaps in scientific knowledge which target new innovation opportunities
- Industry-led research and development projects which can improve profitability, competitiveness, sustainability and self-sufficiency of the agriculture, agri-food, agriproduct and agri-science sectors in New Brunswick
- Examples of projects include integrated pest management research, production management research, cultivar evaluation trials, research to support new opportunities/technologies/minor commodities and new commodities with potential for growth for New Brunswick, and other research activities strategic to New Brunswick
- Salary related costs and expenses for positions at the graduate level or higher (Highly Qualified People (HQP)) for strategic research related to agricultural science, research, and innovation
Grant Application website
Contact
Industry Financial Programs (Branch)
Fredericton