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BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program

Innovate BC / Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC
Maximum Funding
Up to $100,000
Between intakes — fourth intake closed April 6, 2026. No fifth intake announc...
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Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Growing
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
65%
BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program provides Up to $100,000 for automation (65% cost-share); up to $5,000 for farm management tools. Grants up to $100,000 for farm automation and technology adoption (65% cost-share) or up to $5,000 for farm management software tools. The program covers up to 65% of eligible costs. Between intakes — fourth intake closed April 6, 2026. No fifth intake announced yet..
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Program Description

Grants up to $100,000 for farm automation and technology adoption (65% cost-share) or up to $5,000 for farm management software tools. Supports BC farm operations adopting precision agriculture, robotics, automation, GPS systems, and digital management platforms.

Eligibility Requirements

  • BC-based farm operation
  • Adopting new technologies (robotics, automation, precision agriculture, GPS, sensors)
  • Must demonstrate technology will improve farm productivity or sustainability
  • Farm management tools stream for software adoption up to $5,000
  • Automation stream requires 35% co-investment
Provinces
British Columbia
Industries
Agriculture Food Beverage
Business Stage
Growth Established

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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
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Funding Details

Amount
Up to $100,000 for automation (65% cost-share); up to $5,000 for farm management tools
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 65% of eligible costs
Deadline
Between intakes — fourth intake closed April 6, 2026. No fifth intake announced yet.

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1 Confirm farm operation meets baseline eligibility BC-based, 2+ years operating, minimum $50,000 annual revenue from primary agriculture

Required Documents 6

✓ On-Farm Technology Adoption application form
✓ Farm business registration and license

Eligible Expenses 7

Ineligible Expenses 10

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Compatible Programs

Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) BC Programs BC Environmental Farm Plan Incentives BC Investment Agriculture Foundation Programs Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Adoption Stream
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply for the automation stream?
Yes, sole proprietors qualify if they're BC-based farm operations adopting new technology. Must meet 35% co-investment requirement (e.g., $100,000 project requires $35,000 own contribution).
What's the realistic award for a dairy farm automation project?
Dairy farms typically receive $20,000-$100,000 for automation (e.g., robotic milking systems). Must demonstrate clear productivity gains like 20% labor reduction or 15% milk yield increase.
When is the next application window?
The fourth intake (February 24 – April 6, 2026) is now closed. No fifth intake has been announced as of June 2026. Monitor innovatebc.ca or sign up for the Innovate BC Insider newsletter to be notified when the next intake opens.
Do I need to pay upfront for equipment?
Yes, payment is reimbursement-only. You pay for equipment upfront, then submit receipts after implementation. Requires 35% co-investment for automation stream.
Can I stack this with other BC programs?
Yes, stack with CAP BC programs (different activities), BC EFP incentives, or AgriCleanTech Adoption Stream for clean tech components.

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