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Saskatchewan Agtech Growth Fund (AGF)

Innovation Saskatchewan
Maximum Funding
Up to $450,000
Fall intake — Expression of Interest deadline September 30, 2026 (full propos...
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Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Growing
First-Timers
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Co-Funding
30%
Saskatchewan Agtech Growth Fund (AGF) provides Up to $450,000 per project (30% of costs; $900,000 lifetime max). Up to $450,000 (30% of eligible costs; lifetime max $900,000) for Saskatchewan-based organizations leading agtech R&D projects. The program covers up to 30% of eligible costs. Fall intake — Expression of Interest deadline September 30, 2026 (full proposals due December 31). Approval odds: ~30–50% (GrantCompass analysis)
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Program Description

Up to $450,000 (30% of eligible costs; lifetime max $900,000) for Saskatchewan-based organizations leading agtech R&D projects. Industry partners must fund 50%+. Supports agricultural technology innovation to strengthen Saskatchewan's position as a global agtech leader.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Saskatchewan-based organization leading an agtech R&D project
  • Industry partners must fund 50%+ of project costs
  • Project must focus on agricultural technology innovation
  • Lifetime maximum of $900,000 per organization
Provinces
Saskatchewan
Industries
Agriculture Technology Food Beverage
Business Stage
Growth Established Expansion

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Not rated

Funding Details

Amount
Up to $450,000 per project (30% of costs; $900,000 lifetime max)
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 30% of eligible costs
Deadline
Fall intake — Expression of Interest deadline September 30, 2026 (full proposals due December 31)

Program Scorecard

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Competition
Moderate
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Approval
Moderate
Approval Rate
~30–50%
Accessibility
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Competition
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1 Create smapply account and complete Eligibility Questionnaire Register at innovationsask.smapply.io and complete the AGF Eligibility Questionnaire to confirm your project and organization qualify.

Required Documents 7

✓ Expression of Interest (EOI) form
✓ Full application (if invited)

Eligible Expenses 9

Ineligible Expenses 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply?
No. Must be a Saskatchewan-based incorporated organization (corporation, co-op, or non-profit) leading the project. Sole proprietors must incorporate to apply.
What's the typical award amount?
Most successful projects receive $150,000–$400,000. The maximum is $450,000 per project, but only if costs exceed $1.5M (30% of eligible costs).
When are intake windows?
Twice yearly — check Innovation Saskatchewan's website for exact dates. Intakes typically open in January and July with EOI deadlines 4–6 weeks before full application deadlines.
Do I need to pay upfront?
Yes. AGF is reimbursement-based — you pay project costs upfront and get reimbursed after project completion and audit. Industry partners must fund 50%+ upfront.
Why do applications fail?
Most fail due to weak industry partnership commitments (e.g., vague MOUs), projects without clear agricultural technology focus, or budgets exceeding the 30% contribution limit.

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