Status
Available
9 October, 2026
Funding
Up to $3M per project
Up to 40% of eligible costs
Overview
Market expansion
Federal
Technology Development & Smart Farm Networks Program
Administered by the Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) and backed primarily by the federal Strategic Response Fund (SRF), this program funds collaborative agritech projects at Technology Readiness Levels 5–7, the critical bridge between proven-concept technologies and full commercial deployment.
Eligible Applicants & Network Requirements
This program funds collaborative project teams. The full project network must collectively meet all of the following conditions:
Network Composition
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Program Alignment
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IP & Data Requirements
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Reporting Capacity
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Project Requirements
Projects must support at least one of the following technology focus areas, applied to a recognized agri-food product or specific Canadian agricultural challenge.
- Automation & Robotics: Development and adoption of automation and robotics in agri-food production or primary processing, reducing labor dependency, improving precision, and increasing throughput.
- Data-Driven Decision Tools: Creation of digital tools that help producers improve knowledge, reduce risk, and optimize production decisions through real-time data, analytics, and AI-based insights.
- Smart Farm Platforms & Networks: Implementation of smart farm platforms or connected networks to validate, demonstrate, scale, and accelerate the adoption of agritech innovations across multiple farm operations.
Why Work With Ayming?
Agritech Sector Expertise
We understand automation, robotics, and precision agriculture technologies and can position your project's TRL advancement and innovation strength in language CAAIN evaluators respond to.
End-to-End Application Management
With only 8 weeks to submit a Full Project Proposal after invitation, timeline pressure is real. We draft technically rigorous, well-structured proposals that address all four evaluation criteria.
No Upfront Fees
Our success-based model means you only pay when you receive funding. Zero financial risk to explore your eligibility and start your application.
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Budget & Overhead Structuring
CAAIN's overhead rules are nuanced: different thresholds apply depending on your labour vs. subcontracting mix. We ensure your budget is structured to claim the maximum allowable overhead.
Intake Timing Strategy
With four annual deadlines, we help you choose the right intake window based on your project readiness and network assembly, avoiding rushed applications that underperform in evaluation.
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Network Assembly Support
CAAIN requires at least two Canadian SMEs providing cash contributions. We help you identify and structure the right collaborative network to meet this requirement before you apply.
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